national holiday
Americannoun
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a holiday that is observed throughout a nation.
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a holiday that is legally established by a national government rather than by a municipal or state government.
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Etymology
Origin of national holiday
An Americanism dating back to 1865–70
Example Sentences
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The streets of Paraguay erupted Monday as people rejoiced in beating powerhouse Germany in the World Cup and the president declared a national holiday.
From Barron's ● Jun. 30, 2026
So sure had the hosts been of progressing with a draw, their government had already declared the following day a national holiday.
From BBC ● Jun. 6, 2026
Some nations might have declared a national holiday.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 5, 2026
If the YouTube interview was the turning point, the next big moment came on 15 March 2024, a national holiday marking the anniversary of Hungary's failed revolution in 1848.
From BBC ● Apr. 1, 2026
The fair prompted President Harrison to designate October 12 a national holiday, Columbus Day, which today serves to anchor a few thousand parades and a three-day weekend.
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
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