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

The Tar Heel State is filled with towns, cities, and outdoor destinations, many of which are perfect for small to medium-sized groups looking to enjoy a memorable long weekend together. —Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2025

President Donald Trump’s long weekend in South Florida ends Wednesday, but his final day could affect your traffic commute in the afternoon and evening. —Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2025

Easter is finally upon us: the perfect long weekend to finally catch up on our backlogs. —Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025

With a population of just around 200,000, this college town strikes the perfect balance of having plenty to do while remaining manageable enough to tackle in a long weekend. —Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2025

Rhymes for long weekend

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