celebrations

noun

Definition of celebrationsnext
plural of celebration
as in festivities
a time or program of special events and entertainment in honor of something a celebration of the company's 100th anniversary

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Recent Examples of celebrations The loose ball was caught by Cardenas, who drew the foul and elicited huge celebrations between the two players. — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 8 Jan. 2025 Commit to celebrating her in future family celebrations with collective recognition. — Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025 So his wins, his celebrations are mine and mine are his. — Jack Smart, People.com, 8 Jan. 2025

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