On The Wagon

B1 16+

Pronunciation: /ɒn ðə ˈwæɡən/

Definitions of on the wagon

noun a phrase used to describe someone who is abstaining from alcohol or drugs

Example Sentences

A1 I am back on the wagon after a month of indulging in unhealthy snacks.

A2 She decided to get back on the wagon and start attending the gym regularly.

B1 Being on the wagon means abstaining from alcohol and sticking to a healthy lifestyle.

B2 After a relapse, he made the decision to get back on the wagon and stay sober.

C1 Despite the temptations, she managed to stay on the wagon and maintain her sobriety.

C2 For him, being on the wagon is a constant battle against his addiction, but he is determined to stay strong.

preposition used to indicate the location or position of someone who is abstaining from alcohol or drugs

Example Sentences

A1 I am back on the wagon after a long break from exercising.

A2 She decided to get back on the wagon and start eating healthier.

B1 After a weekend of indulgence, I need to get back on the wagon with my diet.

B2 I struggle to stay on the wagon when it comes to avoiding sweets.

C1 Despite the temptations, he managed to stay on the wagon and stick to his fitness routine.

C2 She has been on the wagon for months now, and her hard work is paying off with visible results.

Examples of on the wagon in a Sentence

formal After struggling with alcoholism for years, he finally decided to get back on the wagon and seek professional help.

informal I heard she's back on the wagon and hasn't had a drink in weeks.

slang I didn't know you were on the wagon now, good for you!

figurative She fell off the healthy eating wagon over the weekend, but she's determined to get back on track.

Grammatical Forms of on the wagon

past tense

was on the wagon

plural

are on the wagon

comparative

more on the wagon

superlative

most on the wagon

present tense

is on the wagon

future tense

will be on the wagon

perfect tense

has been on the wagon

continuous tense

is being on the wagon

singular

is on the wagon

positive degree

on the wagon

infinitive

to be on the wagon

gerund

being on the wagon

participle

having been on the wagon

Origin and Evolution of on the wagon

First Known Use: 1904 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The phrase 'on the wagon' originated in the United States in the late 19th century.
Evolution of the word: Originally, 'on the wagon' referred to someone abstaining from drinking alcohol, particularly during a period of sobriety. Over time, the phrase has evolved to also encompass abstaining from any addictive behavior or habit.