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as in praises
to proclaim the glory of
a personal essay that celebrates the single life
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as in commemorates
to mark with an appropriate practice, rite, or ceremony
a mixed family that celebrates both the Christian and Jewish religious holidays
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Recent Examples of celebrates
As The Last Five Years celebrates the last 25 years, Ben Platt and Rachel Zegler are immortalizing their anniversary performance.
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Glenn Garner, Deadline, 4 Apr. 2026
Below, look back at some of Brooke Shields and Chris Henchy's sweetest family photos as the couple celebrates their 25 wedding anniversary today.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 4 Apr. 2026
Laura Stacey #7 of the Montréal Victoire celebrates her goal with teammates during the third period against the Seattle Torrent at Place Bell on March 19, 2026 in Laval, Quebec, Canada.
—Ian Thomas, CNBC, 4 Apr. 2026
The holiday, which follows a 40-day period known as Lent, celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026
Zack Ostapchuk #63 of the San Jose Sharks celebrates scoring a goal in the first period against the Toronto Maple Leafs at SAP Center on April 2, 2026 in San Jose, California.
—CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
The holiday celebrates the incoming month of Magha, which typically falls between January and February.
—Tamanna Nangia, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
More than a saying, pura vida is a guiding philosophy that honors simplicity and sustainability, and celebrates the deep-rooted connection between people and their environment.
—Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Mar. 2026
To the uninitiated, the sport celebrates violence.
—ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
Glenn Garner, Deadline, 4 Apr. 2026
Below, look back at some of Brooke Shields and Chris Henchy's sweetest family photos as the couple celebrates their 25 wedding anniversary today.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 4 Apr. 2026
Laura Stacey #7 of the Montréal Victoire celebrates her goal with teammates during the third period against the Seattle Torrent at Place Bell on March 19, 2026 in Laval, Quebec, Canada.
—Ian Thomas, CNBC, 4 Apr. 2026
The holiday, which follows a 40-day period known as Lent, celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026
Zack Ostapchuk #63 of the San Jose Sharks celebrates scoring a goal in the first period against the Toronto Maple Leafs at SAP Center on April 2, 2026 in San Jose, California.
—CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
The holiday celebrates the incoming month of Magha, which typically falls between January and February.
—Tamanna Nangia, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
More than a saying, pura vida is a guiding philosophy that honors simplicity and sustainability, and celebrates the deep-rooted connection between people and their environment.
—Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Mar. 2026
To the uninitiated, the sport celebrates violence.
—ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for celebrates
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Bumble and Bumble Thickening Shampoo and Conditioner Allure praises this shampoo and conditioner set from Bumble and Bumble that promises to produce thickness.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
27 Mar. 2026
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Allure praises this shampoo and conditioner set from Bumble and Bumble.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
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Crowds are expected to gather outside of the Colosseum for the Way of the Cross, which commemorates the final hours of Jesus’ life, from his death sentence to taking up the cross to his crucifixion, death and burial.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 Apr. 2026
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The Way of the Cross commemorates the final hours of Jesus' life, from his death sentence to taking up the cross to his crucifixion, death and burial.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Conversation becomes your stage as the Full Moon blesses your 3rd House of Communication, inviting you to make a heartfelt call, accept (or offer) neighborly help, or present a creation of yours to others.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2026
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Even though Saturn will test this relationship or agreement over the coming years, Venus’ trine to Jupiter on February 22 blesses the professional endeavors that are beginning around this time.—
Steph Koyfman,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Banks extols the virtues of eavesdropping.—
Sarah Rodman,
Entertainment Weekly,
31 Mar. 2026
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In it, Shapiro extols the virtues of using politics to improve people’s lives.—
Toluse Olorunnipa,
The Atlantic,
19 Jan. 2026
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“Celebrates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/celebrates. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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