as in drunk
being under the influence of alcohol
I know I said that I liked the party, but you have to remember: I was boozy at the time
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Recent Examples of boozy
The resulting treat strikes that delightful textural balance of moist yet light, with a burst of boozy sweetness in every bite.
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Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
A little sweet, a little boozy—what could go wrong?
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 24 Jan. 2026
The baking connoisseur, known among fans and competitors for her affinity for boozy sweets and vibrant fashion and accessory choices, announced her departure from the wholesome series on Wednesday morning.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 21 Jan. 2026
The bakers’ tent is about to become a much less boozy place.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 21 Jan. 2026
Galentine’s Day is all about celebrating the friends who show up for you — whether that looks like a boozy brunch, a cozy movie night, a DIY spa day, or cocktails in the kitchen.
—Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 16 Jan. 2026
These cocktails lean on a sophisticated lexicon of bittered botanicals, sharp shrubs, citrus and other surprises to replicate the bite and textural weight of a boozy pour.
—Angela Hansberger, AJC.com, 15 Jan. 2026
Though the Globes have developed a reputation for being a boozy affair, those inside the ballroom seemed determined to generate a polite atmosphere.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 12 Jan. 2026
Find Martha’s boozy eggnog recipe here and her hot chocolate here.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 11 Jan. 2026
Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
A little sweet, a little boozy—what could go wrong?
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 24 Jan. 2026
The baking connoisseur, known among fans and competitors for her affinity for boozy sweets and vibrant fashion and accessory choices, announced her departure from the wholesome series on Wednesday morning.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 21 Jan. 2026
The bakers’ tent is about to become a much less boozy place.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 21 Jan. 2026
Galentine’s Day is all about celebrating the friends who show up for you — whether that looks like a boozy brunch, a cozy movie night, a DIY spa day, or cocktails in the kitchen.
—Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 16 Jan. 2026
These cocktails lean on a sophisticated lexicon of bittered botanicals, sharp shrubs, citrus and other surprises to replicate the bite and textural weight of a boozy pour.
—Angela Hansberger, AJC.com, 15 Jan. 2026
Though the Globes have developed a reputation for being a boozy affair, those inside the ballroom seemed determined to generate a polite atmosphere.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 12 Jan. 2026
Find Martha’s boozy eggnog recipe here and her hot chocolate here.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 11 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for boozy
Adjective
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Reading Cassandra’s voice is like reading The Bell Jar’s Esther if Esther were drunk on brandy half the time.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Jan. 2026
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As thousands of medical caregivers walked off the job Monday in what became the largest nurses’ strike in New York City history, officials at a major hospital accused the nurses’ union of making unreasonable demands — including protections for nurses who come to work drunk or high.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
12 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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That is one of many problems that Zara and Luke go on to dodge, including dead-ends, dead bodies and a drunken mom.—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
23 Jan. 2026
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In 2025, he was twice arrested for drunken driving, with both arrests resulting in a conviction on a charge of first-offense drunken driving.—
Clark Kauffman,
Des Moines Register,
21 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The pieces toast up crisp, but when served over warm soup, channel the gooeyness promised from the center of a fried slab.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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The menu, created by chef Pierre Gagnaire, is a lesson in classic French brasserie cuisine with sophisticated touches—an ideal meal starts with escargots simmering in garlicky butter from Burgundy, continues with pan-fried foie gras, and wraps up with crêpes Suzette flambéd table-side.—
Caitlin Gunther,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Just look at Serena Williams’ wet waves and Kerry Washington’s braids.—
Essence,
Essence,
26 Jan. 2026
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Hydroplaning is the term for when a vehicle begins sliding uncontrollably on wet roads.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Boozy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boozy. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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