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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Consumers plan to spend roughly 8% more on holiday shopping this year versus 2023, according to Stifel’s survey. —

Paulina Likos, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024 Small Businesses Are Dependent on Holiday Sales The Holiday Shopping Report shows that many of the small business owners surveyed depend on holiday sales for at least a third of their yearly revenues, and 61% say holiday sales are important to the success of their businesses. —

Allbusiness, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024 Show features tropical twists on holiday classics performed alongside a collection of original holiday tunes. —

Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 8 Dec. 2024 Enjoyed in cookie boxes or on holiday buffets, walnut crescents are great with a cup of coffee or refreshing eggnog. —

Pam Lolley, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for on holiday