Answer: sabbatical

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SABBATICALLeave of absence.
SABBATICALLeave
sabbaticalA period of paid leave granted to a college teacher for study or travel, traditionally every seventh year
sabbaticalany extended period of leave from one's customary work, especially for rest, to acquire new skills, etc.
sabbaticalrelating to the Sabbath / a period of leave from one's work also SABBATIC