on holiday

Example Sentences

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His mum and dad were watching on TV while on holiday in Tenerife.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

"When I think about the US, I think about it liberty and people there can find their personality and discover their potential," says one fashion student on holiday with her friend.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

"When we went on holiday it was to please us because his joy was family and farming," she said.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

Most travel insurance policies will not be valid if you buy cover while already on holiday.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

I wanted to stay there resting, eating mangoes, the breeze blowing on me, almost like I was on holiday, not fleeing the only home I’ve ever had.

From "The Night Diary" by Veera Hiranandani