as in vacation
a period of time during which someone does not work at their regular job
Several professors will be taking sabbaticals this year. She recently returned to work after a two-year sabbatical from her acting career.
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Recent Examples of sabbatical
The number of employees taking sabbaticals is rising, and entrepreneurs are following the trend.
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Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
What started as a short sabbatical from London turned into a multi-million-dollar development project in the heart of Tulum.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 3 June 2025
Its tougher stance on sabbaticals, on the other hand, hasn’t been matched yet by other companies.
—Cheryl Winokur Munk, CNBC, 16 May 2025
Unlike traditional workplace recognition, experiential rewards like sabbaticals prioritize memorable experiences and lasting positive impacts.
—Soni Basi, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025
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Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
What started as a short sabbatical from London turned into a multi-million-dollar development project in the heart of Tulum.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 3 June 2025
Its tougher stance on sabbaticals, on the other hand, hasn’t been matched yet by other companies.
—Cheryl Winokur Munk, CNBC, 16 May 2025
Unlike traditional workplace recognition, experiential rewards like sabbaticals prioritize memorable experiences and lasting positive impacts.
—Soni Basi, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for sabbatical
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sabbatical
Noun
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The small town about 15 miles south of the Vatican has hosted popes for the summer dating back to the 1600s, but Pope Francis never took a summer vacation during his 12-year papacy.—
Joseph Wilkinson,
New York Daily News,
6 July 2025
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One shopper ordered these strappy sandals to take on vacation and was impressed with their quality and comfort.—
Destinee Scott,
Travel + Leisure,
6 July 2025
Noun
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Say the weekend prior to the final weekend prior to the All-Star break.—
Dan Freedman,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Going into the All-Star break, Judge is leading the majors with a .355 batting average and an OPS of 1.194.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
15 July 2025
Noun
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Mohammadi, who is serving a 13-year, 9-month sentence, was granted a medical furlough from the prison, where many of the country's dissidents and political prisoners are held.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 July 2025
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Many state workers remember when former Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger instituted mandatory furloughs on several occasions.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
27 June 2025
Noun
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Wiggle the rhizomes apart, keeping as many leaves intact on their rhizomes as possible. After separating the tangle of rhizomes, sort through them.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 July 2025
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Deputies involved were placed on administrative leave.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 July 2025
Noun
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In economic news, the drop in unemployment was unexpected good news, as is the price of gas, which will please holiday travelers.—
Paul Bedard,
The Washington Examiner,
5 July 2025
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Store hours vary by location, so check with your local store regarding its specific holiday hours.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
5 July 2025
Noun
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That same spirit — to broaden our embrace of liberty with each generation — has marked the arc of American progress.—
Sam Raus,
Oc Register,
13 July 2025
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These actions seek to undermine the very fabric of the democracy on which the Council of Europe and its member States are founded by their destruction of individual freedoms, their suppression of political liberties and their blatant disregard for the rule of law.—
Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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“Sabbatical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sabbatical. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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