plural vacays
US, informal
: vacation
a family vacay
vacay plans
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Stassi Schroeder scores one more summer vacay out of Lisa Vanderpump.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 9 Aug. 2024
In addition to kicking back on the spotless beach, the family vacay included fun times at the resort’s waterpark and enjoying their signature Sesame Street character breakfast.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 28 Oct. 2024
Over the weekend, the HGTV star shared an inside look at her family vacation in St. Lucia that left me longing for a beach vacay and access to her closet.
—Averi Baudler, Peoplemag, 7 Aug. 2024
Summer dressing is all about ease and elegance, but should also prioritize versatility — from day to night, work to vacay, and everything in between.
—Olivia Cigliano, WWD, 17 June 2024
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Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 9 Aug. 2024
In addition to kicking back on the spotless beach, the family vacay included fun times at the resort’s waterpark and enjoying their signature Sesame Street character breakfast.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 28 Oct. 2024
Over the weekend, the HGTV star shared an inside look at her family vacation in St. Lucia that left me longing for a beach vacay and access to her closet.
—Averi Baudler, Peoplemag, 7 Aug. 2024
Summer dressing is all about ease and elegance, but should also prioritize versatility — from day to night, work to vacay, and everything in between.
—Olivia Cigliano, WWD, 17 June 2024
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“Vacay.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vacay. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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