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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In addition to expert programming, the workshop also includes breakfast, lunch and a networking happy hour.
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Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 22 Oct. 2025
Also on Sundays, the deli will expand its happy hour discounts and offer them all day.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 22 Oct. 2025
But the old flivver was ticking along, reminding Drew of happy hours—leaning on opposing fenders under its hood with Lloyd, contemplating the Dart’s latest ailment.
—Literary Hub, 17 Oct. 2025
Every day at sunset, guests gather for happy hour and snack on complimentary fresh ceviche, beer, and wine.
—Katie Lockhart, Travel + Leisure, 17 Oct. 2025
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Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 22 Oct. 2025
Also on Sundays, the deli will expand its happy hour discounts and offer them all day.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 22 Oct. 2025
But the old flivver was ticking along, reminding Drew of happy hours—leaning on opposing fenders under its hood with Lloyd, contemplating the Dart’s latest ailment.
—Literary Hub, 17 Oct. 2025
Every day at sunset, guests gather for happy hour and snack on complimentary fresh ceviche, beer, and wine.
—Katie Lockhart, Travel + Leisure, 17 Oct. 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 24 Oct. 2025.
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