by appointment

phrase

: by an agreement to meet at a particular time
The doctor sees patients by appointment only.

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Rew the Store is open by appointment on Monday and Tuesday, and open regular business hours Wednesday to Sunday. — Emily Mercer, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026 The Hotel Particulier pop-up, which doubles as an exhibition, is by appointment only, and tells the backstory behind Galliano’s first collaboration with Zara. — Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026 Then, in the event of a recall, the official would be replaced by appointment, succession or special election at a later date. — Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026 Tours are available by appointment, but the memorial, opened in 2002, can be visited anytime for free. — Mindy Sink, Denver Post, 23 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for by appointment

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“By appointment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/by%20appointment. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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