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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In early September, consulting firm PwC published a report that found shoppers are planning to spend 5% less on holiday gifts, travel and entertainment this year – the first notable drop since 2020.
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Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 24 Sep. 2025
Staci Medium Tote Fall is a busy time of year, and a solid tote bag will be your best friend on holiday errands, at work meetings, and more.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2025
Take us on holiday with you, what’s next on your vacation list?
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 17 Sep. 2025
Datskovska regularly reports on holiday home decor worth investing in.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2025
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Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 24 Sep. 2025
Staci Medium Tote Fall is a busy time of year, and a solid tote bag will be your best friend on holiday errands, at work meetings, and more.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2025
Take us on holiday with you, what’s next on your vacation list?
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 17 Sep. 2025
Datskovska regularly reports on holiday home decor worth investing in.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2025
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“On holiday.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20holiday. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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