shore leave

Frequency: 6.03.4 per million words

a period of time when sailors are allowed to leave their ship and go on land

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  • The sailors were granted two weeks of shore leave after their long voyage.
  • During his shore leave, he planned to visit his family.
  • Many sailors look forward to shore leave as a chance to relax.
  • The captain announced that shore leave would be permitted for all crew members.
  • She had never experienced shore leave before, so she was excited.
  • After months at sea, the crew eagerly awaited their shore leave.
  • Regulations regarding shore leave can vary depending on the port.
  • He used his shore leave to explore the local culture.
  • The program offers opportunities for shore leave in various international cities.
  • They decided to extend their shore leave by a few extra days.