Easter Monday
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Easter Monday
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400
Example Sentences
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Judith Troughton, owner of Prysor Service Station, said someone filled a car with £50 worth of diesel and allegedly left without paying on Easter Monday.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
Many markets in Asia and Europe were closed for Easter Monday, which coincided with China's Qingming Festival.
From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026
The race, which is held every Easter Monday, began as a bit of banter between men in a local pub.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
He died on Easter Monday, following a final tour around St Peter's Square in his popemobile to greet the crowd.
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
On Easter Monday the rain began again in earnest.
From "Bridge to Terabithia" by Katherine Paterson
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