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Miss Manners: What’s the time frame of a ‘come for drinks’ event? We don’t want to overstay our welcome
Miss Manners: What’s the time frame of a ‘come for drinks’ event? We don’t want to overstay our welcome
Miss Manners: What’s the time frame of a ‘come for drinks’ event? We don’t want to overstay our welcome

Published on: 02/02/2026

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When the drinks and snacks are gone, it's likely time to head toward the door. Getty Images.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: It seems that more people are now issuing invitations to “come for drinks” in the early evening, with no plans for dinner to follow. We have come to enjoy this type of socializing, and have extended similar invitations.

News Source : https://www.oregonlive.com/advice/2026/02/miss-manners-whats-the-time-frame-of-a-come-for-drinks-event-we-dont-want-to-overstay-our-welcome.html

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