centennial
noun
cen·ten·ni·al
sen-ˈte-nē-əl 
: a 100th anniversary or its celebration
centennial
adjective
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The instantly recognizable starlet was born on June 1, 1926, which means the centennial celebrations of her birthday are booming this year.
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Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 17 Mar. 2026
For the town of Porter’s centennial, a Hercules missile was carried on a float in the parade.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
As for events, Philly Fair 250, which takes place over three days in the city's centennial district, is one of several programs debuting.
—Nikki Dementri, CBS News, 16 Mar. 2026
Such individuals are the standard-bearers in their respective categories, setting winning records that remain unbeatable as the Oscars approach their centennial in 2028.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Mar. 2026
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Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 17 Mar. 2026
For the town of Porter’s centennial, a Hercules missile was carried on a float in the parade.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
As for events, Philly Fair 250, which takes place over three days in the city's centennial district, is one of several programs debuting.
—Nikki Dementri, CBS News, 16 Mar. 2026
Such individuals are the standard-bearers in their respective categories, setting winning records that remain unbeatable as the Oscars approach their centennial in 2028.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Mar. 2026
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“Centennial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/centennial. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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