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PUZZLE #23 - HOLIDAY

IN-CONTEXT WORD DEFINITIONS

observance: The act of recognizing a holiday through a ceremony tradition or celebration. An Independence Day observance may include a flag ceremony a community parade or an evening fireworks display.

excursion: A short trip taken for enjoyment during a holiday or day off. Families may take a holiday excursion to a park beach or local Independence Day event.

furlough: An authorized temporary leave from work or military duty. A furlough can give someone time away from duty to visit family during the Independence Day holiday.

leisure: Free time available for rest enjoyment or recreation. The Independence Day holiday gives many people leisure time for picnics games and outdoor celebrations.

long weekend: An extended weekend created when a public holiday falls beside Saturday or Sunday. When Independence Day falls near a weekend many people enjoy a long weekend for travel and family gatherings.

calendar: A chart or system that organizes the days weeks and months of a year. A calendar helps families plan vacations cookouts and local events around the Independence Day holiday.

statutory: Established or required by law such as a legal public holiday. Independence Day is a statutory federal holiday in the United States.

special: Different from the ordinary because it has unusual importance or value. Independence Day feels special because communities gather to celebrate the nation and its history.

annual: Happening once every year. Independence Day is an annual holiday celebrated each year on July fourth.

vacation: A planned period away from regular work or school for rest or travel. A summer vacation may include an Independence Day trip to see fireworks or visit relatives.

relaxation: A state of rest and ease after work or activity. Relaxation can be part of Independence Day when people spend a quiet afternoon outdoors before evening festivities.

Secret Word: Free time available for rest enjoyment or recreation. The Independence Day holiday gives many people leisure time for picnics games and outdoor celebrations.