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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