dinnertime
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of dinnertime
Example Sentences
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My sick kid calls during a critical meeting; a work crisis erupts at dinnertime.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 6, 2025
Similarly, Debbie Cabral, another NCL regular who calls Warwick, R.I., home, says she’s got no need for an additional entree at dinnertime, given the ample portions.
From MarketWatch • Oct. 16, 2025
Gary Sargent had made the short trip down the M62 to try and get his hands on the dinnertime deal before it sold out.
From BBC • Apr. 4, 2025
There was no air conditioning, so people had to throw their windows open and risk all of their dinnertime conversations being overheard.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 16, 2024
I had three places I wanted to visit, six things I wanted to make, and two conversations I hoped to have before dinnertime.
From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan
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