long weekend

noun

: a weekend that includes the Friday before, the Monday after, or both because one does not have to work or go to school on those days

We took Friday off and went to the coast for a long weekend.

Examples of long weekend in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

There are also Greek visitors escaping the city for a long weekend or visiting family. — Chadner Navarro, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Sep. 2026

In fact, the forests are within an hour or two drive from Denver—great for a day trip or long weekend getaway. — Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 10 Sep. 2026

While the Labor Day long weekend is over, these deals from some of the biggest names in audio, didn't get the memo. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2026

More than racing, there’s also a swap meet, automobilia, featured speakers, concessions, and more to enjoy over the long weekend. — Mark Maglio, Hartford Courant, 6 Sep. 2026

Rhymes for long weekend

• apprehend
• comprehend
• condescend
• dividend
• recommend
• resuspend
• amend
• append
• ascend
• attend
• backend
• befriend