bank holiday

Example Sentences

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First Minister John Swinney has proposed that 15 June is designated as a national bank holiday.

From BBC • Jan. 5, 2026

Iran is in the middle of an extended weekend, with the authorities declaring Wednesday a bank holiday at the last minute, citing the need to save energy during the cold weather.

From Barron's • Jan. 1, 2026

The authorities have not linked the bank holiday to the protests.

From Barron's • Dec. 31, 2025

It had announced plans to hold 2026's event over next year's August bank holiday weekend, as per tradition.

From BBC • Oct. 22, 2025

He ordered the Stock Exchange closed, and declared a five-day bank holiday.

From The Cosmic Computer by Piper, H. Beam