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Nessie000 Posted 17 years ago
Grammar

Hangover

Hi,

Can we use the word 'hangover' to mean 'a feeling of depress after having a good time (like a party or a trip)?

Many thanks,

Nessie.
  

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At least in the US, "hangover" refers mainly to the sickness (like nausea and headaches) that come after drinking excess amounts of alcohol or drugs. While some people may consider it harmless or even funny, others would think that it indicates a lack of self-control. "hangover" can also refer to something that has remained from the past.

— Lakshwadeep

  • At least in the US, "hangover" refers mainly to the sickness (like nausea and headaches) that come after drinking excess amounts of alcohol or drugs.
  • While some people may consider it harmless or even funny, others would think that it indicates a lack of self-control.
  • "hangover" can also refer to something that has remained from the past.
  • Example: The new baseball player scandals are hangovers from the "steroid era".
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At least in the US, "hangover" refers mainly to the sickness (like nausea and headaches) that come after drinking excess amounts of alcohol or drugs. While some people may consider it harmless or even funny, others would think that it indicates a lack of self-control.

"hangover" can also refer to something that has remained from the past. Example:
The new baseball player scandals are
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