"sober-curious" meaning in English

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Adjective

Etymology: Probably modelled on earlier bi-curious. Etymology templates: {{m|en|bi-curious}} bi-curious Head templates: {{en-adj|?}} sober-curious
  1. Habitually drinking alcohol, but interested in becoming teetotal or in drinking less alcohol. Categories (topical): Drinking
    Sense id: en-sober-curious-en-adj-OR4SCM2t Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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