good afternoon

American  

interjection

1. a conventional expression used at meeting or parting in the afternoon.

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good afternoon British  

1. a conventional expression of greeting or farewell used in the afternoon

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How does good-afternoon compare to similar and commonly confused words? Explore the most common comparisons:

• good afternoon vs. good evening

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Example Sentences

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good afternoon

"When a 100-year-old local legend leads the line dancing, you know it's going to be a good afternoon," they said.

From BBC ● Sep. 20, 2026

"I only took a six pack, but I donated to all the spectators and competitors. It was a good afternoon," he said of his winnings.

From Reuters ● Aug. 24, 2023

“We’re like, `Tucker, it’s 3:15, so good afternoon.’

From Seattle Times ● Oct. 31, 2021

It was a very pleasant good afternoon Friday when Vin Scully picked up the phone.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 15, 2021

“Yes, good afternoon, madame. I am calling about the room for rent.”

From "Interpreter of Maladies" by Jhumpa Lahiri

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