the holidays
plural noun
US
: the time from November until the beginning of January during which many holidays are celebrated
I'm looking forward to going home for the holidays.
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The Crossroads spot at 2108 Wyandotte St. closed before the holidays.
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Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 7 Apr. 2025
During the holidays, deep cherry red nails tend to trend big-time, and nothing will ever compare to the confidence that three coats of Big Apple Red give instantly.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2025
Getting to and from the airport has not been easy for drivers and passengers in recent years, especially around the holidays, spring break and other peak times.
—Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2025
In December, Mowry opened up via Instagram about how difficult co-parenting can be during the holidays.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 26 Mar. 2025
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Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 7 Apr. 2025
During the holidays, deep cherry red nails tend to trend big-time, and nothing will ever compare to the confidence that three coats of Big Apple Red give instantly.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2025
Getting to and from the airport has not been easy for drivers and passengers in recent years, especially around the holidays, spring break and other peak times.
—Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2025
In December, Mowry opened up via Instagram about how difficult co-parenting can be during the holidays.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 26 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for the holidays
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“The holidays.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20holidays. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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