as in to liquor (up)
to partake excessively of alcoholic beverages
frat boys lushing up on beer during freshman rush
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Some research has also found that evening folks tend to have less-healthy habits than morning ones—you’re just more apt to do things like smoke and drink at night, for instance.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
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Stay Hydrated Staying hydrated by drinking plenty of water can help prevent cavities and tooth decay for a few reasons.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Lush (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lush%20%28up%29. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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