vacation
Example Sentences
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Avoid what we call “vacation mentality” when going through this important exercise.
From MarketWatch
“I mean—money, six months vacation, live wherever you want. And you’re serving the nation. What other job allows that much flexibility?”
During a gaggle aboard Air Force One, on the way to his vacation, he told reporters he has a special relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
From Salon
Naturally, the couple segues into another disagreement, arguing about where to spend their upcoming vacation — a hot-button issue, since Joan’s cancer treatments are no longer working and time is suddenly precious.
From Salon
While luxe vacations and private schooling give children clues that they are wealthy, many families don’t share their true net worths, fearful of spoiling them or dimming their motivation to earn.
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