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during the holidays vs during the holiday

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'During the holidays' refers to a period that includes multiple holidays, such as Christmas, New Year's, etc. 'During the holiday' refers to a specific holiday, like Christmas or Thanksgiving.
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during the holidays

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a period that includes multiple holidays.

This phrase is used to indicate a period that includes multiple holidays, such as Christmas, New Year's, etc.

Examples:

  • I love spending time with my family during the holidays.
  • Many people travel during the holidays to visit relatives.
  • During the holidays, there are often special events and celebrations.
  • We usually exchange gifts with friends during the holidays.
  • During the holidays, the city is beautifully decorated.
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Alternatives:

  • over the holidays
  • throughout the holidays
  • across the holidays
  • in the holiday season
  • during the festive season

during the holiday

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a specific holiday, such as Christmas or Thanksgiving.

This phrase is used to indicate a specific holiday, like Christmas, Thanksgiving, etc.

Examples:

  • We always have a big meal during the holiday.
  • During the holiday, many people volunteer at shelters.
  • I like to watch holiday movies during the holiday.
  • During the holiday, the streets are filled with decorations.
  • We usually go skiing during the holiday.
  • Finding Community During the Holiday Season. Posted on December 16, 2020 by Elliott Orrin Hinkle, Youth Thrive Ambassador. Group of people at a table with ...
  • Nov 30, 2023 ... Learning to Take Time Off Support Emails During the Holiday Period. During the pandemic my mental health took a hit. Here's why and how it ...
  • Nov 21, 2017 ... Navigating Binge Eating Disorder Recovery During the Holiday Season · 1. Ask a friend or family member to be “on call” during your holiday ...
  • May 5, 2012 ... I know usually we should say "I'm on holiday" "go on holiday" or "during the holiday". But is it ok to say "in the spring holidays"?
  • Dec 14, 2023 ... Week 4: Frustration During the Holiday Season. Events in the world and higher ed are on my mind. Terri E. Givens - terrigivens.com. 3Streams.
  • Mackenzie Saunders reflects on living with a disability during the Holiday season, and how life has changed in the 10 years she has lived since her injury.
  • Dec 1, 2022 ... How Do You Stand Out During the Holiday Season? · Focus on brand evangelists – Delighting your existing customer base is less costly than ...
  • Nov 29, 2021 ... I'm here to share with you a variety of themes on what being LGBTQ+ can look like during the holiday season.
  • Dec 29, 2020 ... Practiced my freehand painting during the holiday break and made these. Same hex size as the maps. They are double-sided (different condition on ...
  • Nov 14, 2022 ... I'm sharing a few ways to minimize stress during the holiday season. It's important to intentionally set your mindset before you enter this season.

Alternatives:

  • on the holiday
  • for the holiday
  • at the holiday
  • through the holiday
  • throughout the holiday

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