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How long does it take alcohol to leave the body system?

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in very general terms it takes one hour per drink, eg a pint of beer, 6 oz. wine, 1 shot etc. However you will still be over the driving limit. The exact time depends on your health, size, how much you drink, what you drink.
The only shortcut is to vomit immediately after drinking, before you begin to absorb it into your bloodstream,

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