IN ONE'S CUPS Synonyms: 81 Similar and Opposite Words

in one's cups

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Definition of in one's cups

as in drunken

being under the influence of alcohol He's a quiet boy, but when he's in his cups he's quite the unapologetic dancer.

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under the influence

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Massachusetts Republican candidate for lieutenant governor Shawn Oliver was arrested and charged with operating under the influence of alcohol Saturday night, police said.

— Mackenzie Chase, The Washington Examiner, 18 Oct. 2026
The Colorado State Patrol wants everyone to know how dangerous driving under the influence can be.

— Brian Sherrod, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026

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