happy hour

noun

: a period of time during which the price of drinks (as at a bar) is reduced or hors d'oeuvres are served free

Examples of happy hour in a Sentence

Happy hour runs from 5:00 to 7:00.
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As always, slippery floors are even more dangerous after a few drinks, so take extra caution when walking the ship after happy hour. Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 10 Feb. 2025 Pair yours with jeans and sweaters for an effortless everyday uniform, or dress them up a bit with a pair of tights and a dress or skirt for a date night or happy hour. Taylor Jean Stephan, People.com, 4 Feb. 2025 The Pocket Cafe, a walk-up counter, is good for picking up a sandwich, cup of coffee, or happy hour drink (guests get two free beverages per night). Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 4 Feb. 2025 Eventually, the couple wants to offer brunch and happy hour. Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 1 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for happy hour 

Word History

First Known Use

1959, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of happy hour was in 1959

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“Happy hour.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/happy%20hour. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.

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