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I was on vacation vs i was in vacation

The correct sentence is 'I was on vacation.' 'On vacation' indicates that someone is taking time off from work or school. 'In vacation' is not correct.
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Last updated: July 30, 2024 • 40330 views

I was on vacation

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'I was on vacation' to indicate that you were taking time off from work or school.

Examples:

  • I was on vacation last week.
  • She is on vacation in Hawaii.
  • They will be on vacation for two weeks.
  • He always relaxes when he is on vacation.
  • We are planning to go on vacation next month.
  • 4 days ago ... My most regular regular died while I was on vacation. Short. He came in 2-3 times a week just for lunch, probably more at dinner but I usually ...
  • Jul 13, 2019 ... "I was on vacation for two days" has no connection to the present and the vacation took place in the past. Note that "the past" can be recent, ...
  • My friend neglected my areca palm while I was on vacation. Is there any saving it? Should I ask for a new one or is that crazy? : r/plants · Comes with Shiner ...
  • Sep 10, 2019 ... Sorry for the late reply, I was on vacation for a week and attending a conference this week! Yeah, I definitely agree that you might use it ...
  • Aug 22, 2024 ... Delayed buying it because I was on vacation :/ Does anyone know if there are any good alternatives or should I just wait for a restock?
  • Sep 21, 2016 ... I was on vacation last week but I couldn't help but take a few weather pictures!
  • Nov 21, 2015 ... It was always raining while I was on vacation in Thailand. Which one of these sentences is correct? Thank you.
  • Jun 21, 2023 ... I was on vacation for my actual 2 year anniversary, but it's been an amazing past few years at Roblox with the best team anyone can ask for.
  • Aug 1, 2023 ... 93K likes, 451 comments - cashnasty on August 1, 2023: "I was on vacation for while.. then I realize everyday a vacation… #hardwork".
  • Apr 9, 2024 ... Two years ago I was on vacation in the Caribbean, thinking through a proposal to take over as Medium CEO. Medium was in a lot of trouble and ...

i was in vacation

This phrase is not correct in English. 'In vacation' is not a standard expression.

  • I tried scuba diving while I was in vacation . I would go in vacation when I have time. We're in the middle of a vacation in Europe, and we're having a ...
  • Jan 29, 2022 ... Please help me save my dieffenbachia ! I was in vacation and came back to see this. It was a bit cool in the house (10°c) when I was gone.
  • Sep 30, 2021 ... Normally i eat the whole box (1kg)in a month but i was in vacation. Smells fine but a little more pungent? r ...
  • Aug 31, 2009 ... ... (I was in vacation mode!) that I normally wouldn't allow myself--like a carrot cake cupcake (yes, with cream cheese frosting!) and a hot ...
  • Abuan River, Luzon Picture: took this when I was in vacation It was pretty amazing - Check out Tripadvisor members' 17 candid photos and videos of Abuan ...
  • Dec 13, 2020 ... Perhaps because I was in vacation mode, or perhaps because I had been drinking too much Belgium beer and eating too much Belgium chocolate ...
  • Aug 21, 2018 ... I was in vacation in the sequoia national forest. no cable, dsl or anything fancy there. The options are hugues net satellite internet or dialup ...
  • Jul 12, 2022 ... Someone accessed my account while I was in vacation mode and someone attacked one of my planets. How is it possible while I was in vacation ...

Alternatives:

  • I was on vacation

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