Meanings
Related to the convention of not consuming alcohol prior to the end of working hours (generally 5 PM).
Used as an excuse for drinking alcoholic beverages outside of customary hours.
Example Sentences
1
I know it's early to have a drink, but hey, it's five o'clock somewhere!
2
I normally wouldn't have a glass of wine at this hour, but hey, it's five o'clock somewhere!
3
Let's toast to the weekend. After all, it's five o'clock somewhere!
4
I know it's early in the morning, but hey, it's five o'clock somewhere in the world!
