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Definitions

day off

NOUN
day of rest
Synonyms
STRONGEST
rest day
WEAK
Lord's day Sabbath Sabbath Day Saturday Sunday
NOUN
time off
Synonyms
STRONGEST
downtime furlough leave of absence respite sabbatical sick leave vacation
WEAK
break breathing spell holiday liberty mental health day pause recess shore leave

Example Sentences

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DR Congo's ministry of labour and employment said that as a result of the "historic" victory, the nation could have the day off work to "celebrate in unity, fervour and national pride".

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

A day later, England had a day off.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

He mistakenly thought the question was when he last had a day off.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026

Roberts plans to use Rushing at first base if Freddie Freeman comes out of the game or needs a day off.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 22, 2026

He was dressed up on a day off, not because he wanted to be, but because he probably doesn’t know how to not be.

From "The Boy in the Black Suit" by Jason Reynolds