Ten major retail stores have taken a bold step by choosing to replace the generic greeting “Happy Holidays” with the more traditional “Merry Christmas.” This move highlights their dedication to recognizing and celebrating Christmas, marking a significant shift in their holiday messaging.

Throughout the festive season, these retail giants are prominently using “Merry Christmas” in their advertising and communications. You can notice this change across major retail outlets, including Hobby Lobby, Belk, Nordstrom, Home Depot, Wal-Mart, Macy’s, JCPenney, Bass Pro Shops, Lowe’s, and Toys ‘R Us.

Each of these stores is making a collective effort to bring back the traditional Christmas greeting, a decision that stands out in the crowded holiday season.

Wherever you shop this Christmas, don’t hesitate to spread the cheer by saying “Merry Christmas.” If a store clerk greets you with “Happy Holidays,” you can kindly remind them of the traditional festive greeting. Let’s continue to share the spirit of Christmas wherever we go!