sick day

noun

: a paid day of sick leave

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Despite the inner turmoil, a surprising 45% of respondents have never used stress as the sole reason for taking a mental health day or sick day from work. Wes Moss, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024 Under the agreement, drivers will earn one hour of sick day pay for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 40 hours per year under the deal. Will Daniel, Fortune, 10 July 2024 In the past, taking a sick day might have been seen as a sign of weakness or a lack of dedication. Elizabeth Pearson, Forbes, 5 Sep. 2024 In many cases, this can be considered a sick day for the parent as well and can be paid leave. Jade Ventoniemi, Contributor, CNBC, 27 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for sick day 

Word History

First Known Use

1968, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sick day was in 1968

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“Sick day.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sick%20day. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.

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