Drinks o'clock Meaning in English
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Definition
A humorous way to say it is time to have an alcoholic drink, often after work or when you feel it's the right moment to socialize with drinks.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and playful; used mainly among friends or colleagues. It isn't an official time—more a joke that 'now is a good time for a drink'. Often appears as 'It's drinks o'clock!' or simply 'Drinks o'clock?'. Avoid in very formal situations.
Example Sentences
It's almost drinks o'clock—let's go to the bar.
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When the clock strikes five, it's drinks o'clock!
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On Fridays, our team always celebrates drinks o'clock together.
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Long day? Sounds like drinks o'clock to me!
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Whenever we finish a big project, someone shouts 'drinks o'clock!'
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Hey, it's sunny and warm—definitely drinks o'clock on the patio!
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