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.
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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
In the large window division, first place was awarded to Southwest Connection, which had a Native American theme and in second place went to Sweet Elizabeth Jane whose top hats looked toward New Year’s Eve celebrations.
—Janet Kusterer, Baltimore Sun, 8 Jan. 2025
But some new cast members are joining in on the celebrations.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 7 Jan. 2025
Ensure your celebrations stay merry and bright by stocking up on your favorite beverages before the holiday arrives.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 24 Dec. 2024
That’s why prepared meals are the way to go for end-of-the year celebrations.
—Ronny Maye, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Just in time for a special holiday season when Hanukkah and New Years celebrations have a rare overlap.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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
In the large window division, first place was awarded to Southwest Connection, which had a Native American theme and in second place went to Sweet Elizabeth Jane whose top hats looked toward New Year’s Eve celebrations.
—Janet Kusterer, Baltimore Sun, 8 Jan. 2025
But some new cast members are joining in on the celebrations.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 7 Jan. 2025
Ensure your celebrations stay merry and bright by stocking up on your favorite beverages before the holiday arrives.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 24 Dec. 2024
That’s why prepared meals are the way to go for end-of-the year celebrations.
—Ronny Maye, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Just in time for a special holiday season when Hanukkah and New Years celebrations have a rare overlap.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Celebrations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/celebrations. Accessed 19 Mar. 2025.
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