vacay
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of vacay
1990–95; by shortening and alteration
Example Sentences
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“We’re not on vacay,” Foster said Wednesday.
From Los Angeles Times
It also touts a vibrant purple hue that “will transport your senses to a cool summer vacay with its smooth and creamy texture,” Wendy’s added in its press release.
From Salon
A study by the flight booking company Next Vacay estimates that Thailand’s economy lost more than $13.5 billion last year because of the pandemic.
From Washington Post
“Testing and tracking methods across Asia have allowed infection rates to stay relatively low, while their tourism destinations have become some of the worst-hit in the world,” said Naveen Dittakavi, Next Vacay founder and chief executive.
From Washington Post
Pulling off a surprise vacay successfully requires a different mind-set, extreme detail management and a fair amount of stealth.
From Washington Post
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