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羽目を外す
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 羽目を外す.
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Idiomatic expression
to go over the top; to act without restraint; to cut loose
Examples
休みの前などは少し羽目を外して飲むのだが、杜仲茶割りで飲むと二日酔いが全くない。
I usually cut loose a bit and drink plenty before a day off work, but if my drinks are cut with tochu tea, then I get absolutely no hangover.
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