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happy hour

NOUN
cocktail hour
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LIEBERMAN: The line wrapped around and out the door to be a part of the Unicorn Frappuccino happy hour.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

They offer a wide selection of fish and seafood, along with a daily happy hour with great deals.

From Salon • Jan. 13, 2026

Mitchell says the happy hour is always a good time and a chance to “show up as your authentic self, be in community and queen out with your girls.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 12, 2026

It started with the welcome happy hour in the observation lounge on Sunday afternoon led by an engaging flight attendant-turned-bartender.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 27, 2025

Arm hoped the roach family would postpone their happy hour until later.

From "The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm" by Nancy Farmer




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