government holiday

Example Sentences

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Though not on an official government holiday, crowds have since gathered around the country on the first of May to celebrate the achievements and struggles of the working class.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

The report for the Dec. 19 week was delayed by last week’s extended federal government holiday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 29, 2025

The federal MLK birthday holiday was first observed nationally in 1986 but was not made a state government holiday in all states until 2000.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 19, 2022

The following week, on another government holiday, another flash demonstration took place.

From Slate • Jun. 13, 2012

For the past three years, while I have been in office, I did not have to declare a government holiday.

From Washington Post