Example Sentences

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Renowned photographer Randy and his playwright husband Jack are vacationing on the Oregon coast, but their trip sours.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026

After enduring shutdowns and travel bans, Americans are vacationing again.

From Washington Post • Jul. 20, 2022

Image: Airbnb Now that people are vacationing again, a travel-related gift card is also a good present.

From The Verge • Jun. 15, 2022

Spokesman Evan Westrup wouldn’t say where in Mexico the governor and California’s first lady, Anne Gust Brown, are vacationing or what their activities will include.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 29, 2017

Mr. Obama and his family are vacationing in Hawaii for the next two weeks.

From New York Times • Dec. 21, 2015