have sobered
- present perfect of sober.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
The dismal follow-up against Ghana would have sobered them up instantly.
From BBC ● Jun. 24, 2026
By next sunrise, the newly engaged lovers have sobered up, and the question of what everyone will think reasserts itself.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2023
While a mix of low interest rates and increased liquidity has brightened the outlook for equities, COVID-19 headwinds have sobered near-term expectations, despite the recent launch of a vaccination program.
From Reuters ● Dec. 16, 2020
If they have sobered up and come near the internet, do you have any words for David Benioff and Dan Weiss at this point?
From Slate ● May 22, 2019
The ten minutes seemed to have sobered him.
From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier
![]()