HOLIDAYING Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

holidaying

verb

present participle of holiday

as in vacationing

to take or spend a vacation saw kangaroos while holidaying in Australia

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Recent Examples of holidaying This site has operated as a summer camp since 1912 and remains a popular spot for holidaying children to this day. — Connor Sturges, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026 The British royals had a splendid time holidaying with Spain's royal family at the Marivent Palace in August 1987. — Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026 The tradition was started by Queen Elizabeth in 1988, meaning all of her grandchildren grew up holidaying at the beloved home. — Meredith Kile, People.com, 7 Aug. 2025

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Aniston and Curtis were first romantically linked last July, when they were spotted vacationing together in Mallorca, Spain.

— Hannah Malach, InStyle, 31 Aug. 2026
Families are increasingly vacationing during the school year to save money, avoid crowds and give children real-world learning experiences.

— Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026

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