cocktail hour

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: a time when people drink cocktails (such as before dinner)

Examples of cocktail hour in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

During the cocktail hour, DJ Mia Moretti spun admirably, and the dinner began with two songs from an up-and-coming musician named Mimi Webb, who did her best to warm up the room. — Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 7 Sep. 2026

Following the ceremony, guests moved into cocktail hour as The Joinery was flipped for a seated reception. — Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026

There will be a cocktail hour poolside at Gale Miami Hotel & Residences, followed by Friday night services and a sit-down dinner. — Jessica Tzikas, Sun Sentinel, 18 Aug. 2026

The striped linen seat cushion provides a comfy foundation for anyone lucky enough to be invited in for cocktail hour. — Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 17 Aug. 2026

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