
Drink somebody under the table
Avoid Literally
The phrase is often used figuratively and does not mean literally drinking someone under a table.
She claimed she could drink me under the table, but we both just had a couple of beers.
Competitive Connotation
It implies a challenge or competition involving alcohol consumption.
During the bachelor party, they tried to drink each other under the table.
Not For Formal
It's informal and not suitable for professional or formal contexts.
At the informal gathering, Joe boasted that no one could drink him under the table.
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