This term minimizes a relapse or return to
use of a substance
after a period of abstinence.
It may imply a brief relapse with rapid return to abstinence.
Acronym: SLIP
Sobriety Loses Its Priority implies
relapse may result from failure to place a sufficiently high priority on sobriety.
Something Lousy IPlanned implies
relapse is a matter of choice and can be set up in advance.