centennial
noun
cen·ten·ni·al
sen-ˈte-nē-əl 
: a 100th anniversary or its celebration
centennial
adjective
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From these facts, The Times hatched a project to help California travelers plan their next road trip and recognize the motel centennial as an anniversary that resounds throughout pop culture.
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Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2025
This year marks the centennial of the royal decree that protected that heritage, preserving the unique footprint of Rioja’s vineyards and the provenance of its wine.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 15 May 2025
And now, as Cushman School celebrates its centennial, a community of students, parents, alumni, administrators, faculty and friends are looking back at all the ups and downs, struggles and successes.
—Christina Mayo, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2025
The late Cuban star, who was born in 1925 and passed away in 2003, will be recognized with the Legend Award, and will also be honored with a centennial tribute performance by Puerto Rican powerhouses Ivy Queen, La India, and Olga Tañón.
—Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 19 Apr. 2025
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Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2025
This year marks the centennial of the royal decree that protected that heritage, preserving the unique footprint of Rioja’s vineyards and the provenance of its wine.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 15 May 2025
And now, as Cushman School celebrates its centennial, a community of students, parents, alumni, administrators, faculty and friends are looking back at all the ups and downs, struggles and successes.
—Christina Mayo, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2025
The late Cuban star, who was born in 1925 and passed away in 2003, will be recognized with the Legend Award, and will also be honored with a centennial tribute performance by Puerto Rican powerhouses Ivy Queen, La India, and Olga Tañón.
—Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 19 Apr. 2025
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“Centennial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/centennial. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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