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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Isabel Keane

Americans are back to pregaming as $20 drinks become the norm at bars and venues

American adults are taking a page from their college days and pregaming before going to a bar or concert, as the price of drinks can now top $20, according to a report.

The inflated cost of a cocktail or a can of beer has become commonplace at a time when many Americans are struggling to make ends meet. The cost of necessities, including gas, groceries, rent and utilities, has also skyrocketed, leaving many people looking for hacks to save money.

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