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On the holidays vs In the holidays

Both 'on the holidays' and 'in the holidays' are commonly used phrases in English, but they are used in different contexts. 'On the holidays' is typically used to refer to specific days within a holiday period, while 'in the holidays' is used to talk about the holiday period as a whole.

Last updated: March 29, 2024 • 34899 views

On the holidays

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to refer to specific days within a holiday period.

Use 'on the holidays' when you want to talk about specific days or events that occur during a holiday period.

Examples:

  • We always go to the beach on the holidays.
  • I have a family gathering on the holidays.
  • Nov 22, 2022 ...On the holidays, I usually drive-over…to see my parents.” So: EITHER ONE can be correct ! (C) Copyright, 2022, by Fred Meyer. ALL Rights: ...
  • Feb 14, 2016 ... Given that those are your only options, I'm leaning towards the following: "I'll call her on the holidays" and "Did you have a good time on ...
  • Nov 14, 2017 ... I don't think I would say "on the holidays", and I can't imagine a context in which I would use "in", with or without an article. Agree.
  • Dec 25, 2023 ... Not easy on the holidays. Rant. Sucks to help out a customer by constantly checking in about missing items and helping making substitutions ...
  • Don't Hate on the Holidays ... When I was little, I refused to believe I was Jewish. “I celebrate Christmas, not Chanukah,” I would say. Despite my 5- ...
  • Dec 16, 2019 ... What Are You Eating On The Holidays? · Preheat oven to 400°F. · Melt butter in a medium pot over medium heat. · Add the squash, broth, spices and ...
  • Dec 14, 2021 ... 80 likes, 3 comments - tawnyareynolds1 on December 14, 2021: "Keep your skirt on, the holidays are upon us!
  • Nov 29, 2016 ... Missing My Children on the Holidays – Focusing on the future got me through this difficult · Child care is a family policing issue. This series ...
  • 5 days ago ... Numerous estimates show Americans are expected to spend more on the holidays this year as wages rise and inflation cools.
  • On Call on the Holidays: What You Need to Know About Doctors Working Christmas. Gosh, I'm so glad to see you. I hope your Christmas was incredible! I hope you ...

Alternatives:

  • during the holidays
  • over the holidays
  • at Christmas
  • on Christmas Day
  • on New Year's Day

In the holidays

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to refer to the holiday period as a whole.

Use 'in the holidays' when you want to talk about the entire holiday period, including the days off work or school.

Examples:

  • I like to relax and unwind in the holidays.
  • We usually travel somewhere in the holidays.
  • Nov 22, 2022 ... I'll see you in the holidays. In UK/Australia we say 'I'll be on holiday next week,' meaning what the US speakers call 'on vacation.'
  • Nov 14, 2017 ... In BE, when referring to school holidays (the weeks around Easter and Christmas, and during the summer), we would say 'in the holidays'. But ...
  • Feb 14, 2016 ... I'll call her in the holidays. ... I appreciate that "during" and "over" are excellent choices, but "at Easter" is perfectly grammatical and so is ...
  • 3583 likes, 1165 comments - secblinken on December 22, 2023: "I rang in the holidays with young members of the State Department team whose parents are ...
  • Oct 15, 2023 ... Grief in the Holidays. grief. Shutterstock. Grief in the Holidays. Deacons can support those suffering loss. Father Deacon Basil Ryan Balke ...
  • Dec 18, 2023 ... Tea Time Tuesday: Keeping Joy in the Holidays Amidst Tension · 1. Remember. God is with you to help you succeed. · 2. "There is no condemnation ...
  • Do you have difficulty finding joy in the holidays? Is it a tough time for you due to sadness or anxiety? A few tips to help you experience joy int he ...
  • Aug 11, 2023 ... Self-care in the holidays · 1. Beyond basic needs. There was a time that things like going to the toilet when you need to, seeing the GP about a ...
  • Ringing in the Holidays is Carillon Historical Park's annual holiday gala. Featuring live music, hors d'oeuvres, delicious desserts, a specialty cocktail, a ...
  • Aug 19, 2024 ... ... IN THE HOLIDAYS. i know we should be studying either way but ugh. i want to sleep in and not wear my uniform. Upvote 35. Downvote 17 Go to ...

Alternatives:

  • during the holidays
  • over the holidays
  • during the holiday season
  • during vacation
  • during the break

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