English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "the drug is about to wear off" Mean?
Learn what "the drug is about to wear off" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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The drug is about to wear off...
It means the effects of the drug are ending soon.
From In Her Shadow, Episode 16
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone notices that a drug or sedative is losing its effect soon.
Usage Scenario
Use this when talking about medication or sedation losing effect. It is neutral in medical contexts but can sound alarming outside them.
Better ways to say it
1
The drug is wearing off.
2
It’s about to wear off.
3
The medicine is about to wear off.
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