personal day
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of personal day
First recorded in 1970–75
Example Sentences
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Does this count as a sick day, or would I need to use a personal day?
From MarketWatch ● May 11, 2026
It was so difficult to plan for days off, he said, that many resorted to calling in sick when they needed a personal day.
From New York Times ● Aug. 19, 2023
It offered a pay rise, an additional personal day and a few other benefits - but no paid sick leave.
From BBC ● Dec. 2, 2022
Akers didn’t practice with the Rams on Thursday, taking a personal day after practicing fully Wednesday.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 13, 2022
“Nah, the hospital just hired a bunch of new security guys and I took a much-needed personal day, thank you very much.”
From "Shadowshaper" by Daniel José Older
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