festive period
nounUK /ˈfɛstɪv ˈpɪəriəd/
US /ˈfɛstɪv ˈpɪriəd/
The festive period is the special time of year when people celebrate holidays like Christmas.
The shops are always busy during the festive period.
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2. A stretch of days set aside for fun and celebration.
The whole town lights up during the festive period.
3. The weeks around New Year when people relax and enjoy time together.
We visit our grandparents every festive period.
4. A time when special foods and decorations are shared.
The festive period means lots of treats and bright lights.