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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Punctuated by stripes and slim, knobby legs, this whimsical seating looks like something Tim Burton would dream up for your next happy hour. — Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 17 Aug. 2026 The lodge is usually buzzing with guests playing card games, enjoying daily happy hour, or sitting by the roaring fireplace. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026 Turf Club Fridays feature happy hour with views of the track. — Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026 At the top of my list is this $60 cherry-red midi dress that can be worn from the office then straight to happy hour. — Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 14 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for happy hour

Word History

First Known Use

1951, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of happy hour was in 1951

Rhymes for happy hour

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“Happy hour.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/happy%20hour. Accessed 21 Aug. 2026.

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