bender
word
Definition
A 'bender' is an informal word for a period when someone drinks a lot of alcohol over one or more days. It can also mean going on a wild celebration.
Usage & Nuances
'Bender' is slang and mainly used in the UK, Ireland, and some other English-speaking regions. It’s not formal—most common in casual speech. Typical collocations: 'go on a bender', 'after a bender', 'weekend bender'. Don’t use it in formal writing. Not used for non-alcoholic partying.
Example Sentences
He went on a bender last weekend.
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After a long bender, he needed to rest.
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They had a big bender to celebrate their graduation.
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I haven't seen Jake in days—he must be on a bender.
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After their wedding, the whole group went on a three-day bender.
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We’re too old to go on a bender every weekend!
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