Easter Monday
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Easter Monday
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400
Example Sentences
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Chinese markets were closed for the Qingming Festival while others, including Sydney and Wellington, took a break for Easter Monday.
From Barron's ● 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
The free event is expected to draw thousands to the slopes of Avenham Park, where the famous egg rolls will take place on the hour, every hour, from 11:00 to 16:00 BST on Easter Monday.
From BBC ● Mar. 31, 2026
This week, Bayrou proposed eliminating France’s Easter Monday and Victory Day holidays, the latter marking the defeat of Nazi Germany.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 19, 2025
On Easter Monday the rain began again in earnest.
From "Bridge to Terabithia" by Katherine Paterson
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