Never To Excess?

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Hi

Is this sentence fully natural?

Yes, I often drink, but never to excess.

Or this?

Yes, I often drink, but always in moderation.

Thanks,

Tom

Jun 08 2020 22:47:37

Comments

I feel I should mention that they both sound like an alcoholic making excuses. If you "often" drink, that's already immoderate.

Jun 11 2020 10:15:34

I feel I should mention that they both sound like an alcoholic making excuses. If you "often" drink, that's already immoderate.

Clive · Accepted Answer · 2020-06-08T23:32

Yes, all fine.