"driving under the influence" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} driving under the influence (uncountable)
  1. (law, automotive) Operating a motor vehicle while impaired due to the consumption of drugs or alcohol. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Automotive, Law Synonyms: dewey, DUI
    Sense id: en-driving_under_the_influence-en-noun-nj1EmFdl Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: automotive, law, transport, vehicles

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