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winter break

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noun

  1. a period of vacation between semesters of colleges, universities, or other schools and usually including the winter holidays.


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It is set to resume operations in February after a winter break, before shutting down again in June.

From Barron's

That handed City a six-point advantage, which they retained into the winter break.

From BBC

Reigning Czech champions Slavia, returning from a winter break, had previously only managed three draws and two goals in the Champions League this season.

From Barron's

One option being considered is moving the WSL winter break – which usually takes place over Christmas and New Year – so it covers the Club World Cup in the 2027-28 season.

From BBC

In 2003, Phil Barr was 22, back home in Rhode Island for a winter break after living in New York.

From BBC