Not drinking alcohol.
On the wagon
ON the WAG-un
ɒn ðə ˈwaɡən
Phrase
Example Sentences
"I'm on the wagon."
"Back on the wagon."
Etymology & History
British term for abstinence. From water wagon.
Word Details
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Region
United Kingdom
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Era
1800s
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Language
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Formality
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