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cash bar

American  

noun

  1. a bar selling drinks to persons attending a special function.

    There will be a cash bar available at the reception.


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In 2024, workers said, the company hosted a Christmas party that featured a cash bar at a local bowling alley.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 11, 2026

Please tell me it’s not a cash bar.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 4, 2024

Tickets, which benefit the Oyster Recovery Partnership and Anacostia Riverkeepers, include oysters and food; beers will be sold at a cash bar.

From Washington Post ● Aug. 28, 2018

The dream died near the cash bar, beside the stiff focaccia and the medley of Italian meats.

From New York Times ● Jun. 27, 2018

FRI Artwork by local artists inspired by love of plants and nature, cash bar, ages 21+; proceeds benefit the artists and the Conservatory, 6-10 p.m.

From Seattle Times ● Jun. 21, 2018

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