holiday
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It is worth noting that advance estimates of U.S. retail sales are adjusted for seasonal variations, as well as holiday and trading-day differences between months, but not for price changes.
From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026
In 2011, British singers Jessie Ware and Sampha issued the single “Valentine,” timing its release with the February holiday.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026
The woman’s soon-to-be ex had given it to her when they started watching the movie together as a holiday tradition.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026
But it was tough to get into the spirit of holiday fun when she was hiding how stressed she was from both her daughter and her mother.
From Slate • Apr. 19, 2026
“This is my gift to Humphrey. This extension attaches to his cage and makes it bigger. Now you’re all going to help me build Humphrey his holiday present: his very own playground.”
From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney
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