centennial
noun
cen·ten·ni·al
sen-ˈte-nē-əl 
: a 100th anniversary or its celebration
centennial
adjective
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The Yosemite centennial has been a bright spot during a challenging time for both the USPS and the National Park Service.
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Hailey Branson-Potts, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2025
Bahamians’ contributions to Coral Gables, particularly their quality craftsmanship in building the city, are being highlighted this year during the city’s centennial celebration.
—Jimena Romero, Miami Herald, 19 May 2025
Yet in the days leading up to his centennial, there is a singular word that perpetuates itself in this country and worldwide – love.
—Ken Makin, Christian Science Monitor, 18 May 2025
In 2012, various celebrations were planned to commemorate the centennial of the gift.
—Kholood Eid, New York Times, 2 May 2025
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Hailey Branson-Potts, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2025
Bahamians’ contributions to Coral Gables, particularly their quality craftsmanship in building the city, are being highlighted this year during the city’s centennial celebration.
—Jimena Romero, Miami Herald, 19 May 2025
Yet in the days leading up to his centennial, there is a singular word that perpetuates itself in this country and worldwide – love.
—Ken Makin, Christian Science Monitor, 18 May 2025
In 2012, various celebrations were planned to commemorate the centennial of the gift.
—Kholood Eid, New York Times, 2 May 2025
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“Centennial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/centennial. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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