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Dry January: a month without alcohol — Level A1 — a couple of women sitting at a table holding wine glasses

Dry January: a month without alcoholCEFR A1

29 Jan 2026

Adapted from Jen Plummer-Syracuse, Futurity CC BY 4.0

Photo by Aleksandar Andreev, Unsplash

Level A1 – Beginner
2 min
71 words
  • Dry January is a month without alcohol.
  • Millions of people join the challenge each year.
  • It starts in January after the holidays end.
  • Many like having a clear time goal.
  • People share tips and recipes on social media.
  • The break can improve sleep and energy.
  • Some people drink less even after January.
  • Rebound drinking is not common after finishing.
  • People who drink heavily need medical advice.
  • Communities give support and motivation.

Difficult words

  • challengea difficult activity people try to do
  • goalsomething you want to reach
  • social mediawebsites and apps where people share
  • improveto make something better than before
  • rebounda quick return to old behavior
  • supporthelp and encouragement from other people

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Discussion questions

  • Have you ever tried not drinking for a month?
  • Would you try Dry January?
  • Do friends help you when you try something new?

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