on holiday
idiom
British
: experiencing a time away from home, school, or business usually in order to relax or travel
She spent two weeks on holiday in Italy.
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Take us on holiday with you, what’s next on your vacation list?
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Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune Europe, 15 Oct. 2024
If kicking back and relaxing isn't your vibe, consider this weekend an opportunity to get your home fall-ready, go on a leaf peeping road trip or get started on holiday shopping.
—Rachel Moskowitz Levin, USA TODAY, 11 Oct. 2024
Amazon Prime Day is here once more—and there's no better time of year for travelers to refresh their gear and get a head start on holiday shopping.
—Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2024
The advice comes as travelers are expected to spend more on holiday travel this year and as crunch time to book flights quickly approaches.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2024
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Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune Europe, 15 Oct. 2024
If kicking back and relaxing isn't your vibe, consider this weekend an opportunity to get your home fall-ready, go on a leaf peeping road trip or get started on holiday shopping.
—Rachel Moskowitz Levin, USA TODAY, 11 Oct. 2024
Amazon Prime Day is here once more—and there's no better time of year for travelers to refresh their gear and get a head start on holiday shopping.
—Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2024
The advice comes as travelers are expected to spend more on holiday travel this year and as crunch time to book flights quickly approaches.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2024
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“On holiday.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20holiday. Accessed 30 Oct. 2024.
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