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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Jockey for a picnic table or firepit spot, take a round on the bocce court, and enjoy live music on the outdoor stage while sipping your refreshing glass of summery brews like Palisade Peach or Mountain Beach ($3 during happy hour).
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Shauna Farnell, Denver Post, 27 May 2025
Whether you’re headed to the farmers’ market or a rooftop happy hour, consider this your permission slip to dress with intention, confidence, and an open mind.
—Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 26 May 2025
Owner and wine director Matt Sussman of Table, Donkey and Stick brings a rotating list of mostly $16 cocktails, some discounted even more (alongside wine) during happy hour.
—Kristin Braswell, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 May 2025
Fluke Where: 820 Alton Road, Miami Beach Hours: 5-11 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday; Lucky $7 Martini happy hour 5-7 p.m.
More information: 305-534-2124 or @flukemiami
CO
Miami Herald
305-376-3649
Connie Ogle loves wine, books and the Miami Heat.
—Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 22 May 2025
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Shauna Farnell, Denver Post, 27 May 2025
Whether you’re headed to the farmers’ market or a rooftop happy hour, consider this your permission slip to dress with intention, confidence, and an open mind.
—Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 26 May 2025
Owner and wine director Matt Sussman of Table, Donkey and Stick brings a rotating list of mostly $16 cocktails, some discounted even more (alongside wine) during happy hour.
—Kristin Braswell, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 May 2025
Fluke Where: 820 Alton Road, Miami Beach Hours: 5-11 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday; Lucky $7 Martini happy hour 5-7 p.m.
More information: 305-534-2124 or @flukemiami
CO
Miami Herald
305-376-3649
Connie Ogle loves wine, books and the Miami Heat.
—Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 22 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for happy hour
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“Happy hour.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/happy%20hour. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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