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make a day of it

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  1. Also, make a night of it. Devote a day (or night) to some pleasurable pursuit, as in Now that we're at the beach, let's make a day of it, or Since they missed the seven o'clock train, they decided to make a night of it. [Mid-1600s]


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Aitchison suspects cultural differences, where American football fans often "make a day of it" by arriving very early, meant officials were less experienced at dealing with a soccer crowd.

From BBC Jun. 15, 2026

Stop by to browse its special RSD releases from 10 a.m.to 5 p.m., and then make a day of it in the Market.

From Seattle Times Apr. 19, 2024

Only open for lunch, your reservation allows you to make a day of it, enjoy a meal, and visit the private pebble beach with bar service.

From Salon Aug. 3, 2022

In other words, while you’re there, check out other Mid-Wilshire sights and make a day of it.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 10, 2021

It was early morning and we were going to make a day of it.

From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson

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