vacations
word · lemma: vacation
Definition
Times when people take a break from work or school to travel, relax, or do something enjoyable. Usually refers to periods off, especially for holidays or leisure.
Usage & Nuances
'Vacations' is the plural of 'vacation'. In American English, it refers to time off work, school breaks, and trips for relaxation. British English more commonly uses 'holidays' with the same meaning. Typical collocations include 'summer vacations', 'on vacation', and 'school vacations'.
Example Sentences
We went to the beach for our vacations.
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School vacations are usually in summer and winter.
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Many families travel during vacations.
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I'm already planning my next vacations to Europe.
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During their vacations, they like to disconnect from work completely.
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After months of hard work, those vacations were just what I needed.
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