relatively sober

Frequency: 6.39.0 per million words

Sober in comparison to someone else or another time.

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  • After two drinks, he was still relatively sober compared to his friends who had started earlier.
  • She managed to stay relatively sober throughout the wedding reception, opting for water most of the time.
  • By dawn, the partygoers were mostly gone, and only a few relatively sober guests remained.
  • He felt relatively sober enough to drive home, though he knew he shouldn't have had that last shot.
  • To make a good impression, she tried to appear relatively sober when meeting her boss.
  • The new policy required all employees on duty to remain relatively sober during working hours.
  • Even after a night out, he woke up feeling relatively sober, thanks to pacing himself.
  • The police officer judged the driver to be relatively sober, but still administered a breathalyzer test.
  • Though others were celebrating wildly, he maintained a relatively sober demeanor, observing everything.
  • It's crucial to be relatively sober when discussing sensitive topics to ensure clear communication.