winter break
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Daniel was a college freshman home on winter break.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026
After finishing the fall semester of his sophomore year, Bior returned to Uganda for winter break.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026
Former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp also called for change, while his successor Arne Slot said the lack of a winter break in England is "not helpful".
From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026
When Joziah returned to his hometown over winter break, he went out with some female friends, during which they were recorded on Meta AI glasses and posted on social media without their consent.
From Slate • Feb. 12, 2026
Maybe lots of students board at Saint Augustine’s over winter break.
From "P.S. I Miss You" by Jen Petro-Roy
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