off the wagon
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"People went back to offices, schedules became busier again, new habits that weren't quite ingrained fell off the wagon a little bit," he said.
From BBC • Nov. 18, 2022
I’d have streaks where I took my meds more diligently, days where I’d fall off the wagon, and times where I’d take my meds and forget to log it.
From The Verge • Jul. 11, 2022
Despite her many attempts, my friend never completely kicked her gossip habit, and I remain hopeful that I can coax her off the wagon for good.
From New York Times • Jun. 29, 2021
Now that McCall is off the wagon, it will come as no surprise that an "Equalizer 2" is in the works.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 25, 2014
Father laughed with relief and jumped off the wagon.
From "Dragonwings" by Laurence Yep
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