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My friend is visiting me over spring break or My friend is visiting me over the spring break.
I just heard a Youtuber say "over spring break" without an article. Is the article "the" completely unnecessary in this case?
Jan 29, 2025 12:00 PM
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The definite article isn't necessary, and at least in North America, is seldom used in this case (it sounds more natural without it).
Jan 30, 2025 4:01 PM
1
Both are correct, but "over spring break" (without "the") is more natural in American English, especially in casual speech.
"The spring break" is less common unless referring to a specific break (e.g., the spring break at my university).
Jan 29, 2025 4:52 PM
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In American English, it’s much more common to hear it without an article.
I can’t wait for spring break.
Did you have a good spring break?
What did you do over spring break?
Jan 29, 2025 2:35 PM
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Both are correct options, but it is more common to use with an article. The article would be necessary if you are talking about a specific spring break.
Jan 29, 2025 2:34 PM
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I’d prefer the article here
Jan 29, 2025 12:11 PM
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