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holiday

[hol-i-dey] / ˈhɒl ɪˌdeɪ /


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That’s followed a day later by June options expiration, which takes place on a Thursday, and not the typical Friday, when markets will be closed for the Juneteenth holiday.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

Residents said the attack happened shortly after Friday prayers, as people gathered to celebrate the Eid al-Adha holiday.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

These included concerns about unauthorised deductions from her wages and holiday pay and her unfair dismissal.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

The ongoing protests, which became tense over the holiday weekend, come amid reports of a hunger strike by detainees.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

Papa had left just before Purim, which was normally Mama’s favorite holiday, but she had barely acknowledged it that year.

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack




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