vacay
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of vacay
1990–95; by shortening and alteration
Example Sentences
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"They're running out of things to throw at me … Share your most embarrassing vacay pics in the replies."
From Salon • Apr. 25, 2022
“They’re running out of things to throw at me…Share your most embarrassing vacay pics in the replies.”
From Washington Times • Apr. 23, 2022
All they’ve experienced the past two decades is a team that goes on vacay after the last game of the regular season.
From Seattle Times • May 10, 2021
Escape to Margaritaville A bartender and aspiring singer at a hotel in the Caribbean falls for a young woman on vacay in this musical featuring the songs of Jimmy Buffett.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2020
“My main goal is to give people a little vacay from our troubles.”
From Washington Post • May 28, 2019
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