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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Shipping executive Varuna Perera welcomed the day off but was uncertain of its impact.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

Kelly: So if the manager gives you a day off, what would you do?

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

A day later, England had a day off.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 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

"You can take the day off, if you like. Obviously she's not in the mood to play."

From "How It Went Down" by Kekla Magoon