The Origins Of 'Dry January' Go Back Further Than You'd Think
Even if you don't participate, you've likely heard of Dry January at this point. The international month of sobriety is picking up steam but has a long history.
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Even if you don't participate, you've likely heard of Dry January at this point. The international month of sobriety is picking up steam but has a long history.
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