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as in praising
to proclaim the glory of
a personal essay that celebrates the single life
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as in commemorating
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 celebrating
Back in July, the actress shared a sweet post on her Instagram, celebrating her 23 years with her Moder.
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Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
But that doesn't mean there weren't some memorable moments worth celebrating!
—Samantha Highfill, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Jan. 2026
Game day energy spills into the city at the National WWI Museum and Memorial, celebrating its own centennial in 2026 while anchoring the city’s free FIFA Fan Festival.
—Taryn Shorr-McKee, Midwest Living, 11 Jan. 2026
Baby boomer grandparents often show love by giving gifts and celebrating achievements.
—Holly Garcia, Parents, 11 Jan. 2026
The air is thick with chants celebrating his milestone.
—Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 9 Nov. 2025
Nebraska tied the game with an extra point after Missouri students rushed the field, celebrating an apparent victory.
—The Athletic College Football Staff, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2025
Paris under the aegis of UNESCO, celebrating work that honors Mahatma Gandhi’s vision of non-violence and peace.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 8 Nov. 2025
Led by Sauret, the Collectibles—a capsule program of vintage timepieces celebrating the company’s history—debuted in January 2023.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 8 Nov. 2025
Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
But that doesn't mean there weren't some memorable moments worth celebrating!
—Samantha Highfill, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Jan. 2026
Game day energy spills into the city at the National WWI Museum and Memorial, celebrating its own centennial in 2026 while anchoring the city’s free FIFA Fan Festival.
—Taryn Shorr-McKee, Midwest Living, 11 Jan. 2026
Baby boomer grandparents often show love by giving gifts and celebrating achievements.
—Holly Garcia, Parents, 11 Jan. 2026
The air is thick with chants celebrating his milestone.
—Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 9 Nov. 2025
Nebraska tied the game with an extra point after Missouri students rushed the field, celebrating an apparent victory.
—The Athletic College Football Staff, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2025
Paris under the aegis of UNESCO, celebrating work that honors Mahatma Gandhi’s vision of non-violence and peace.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 8 Nov. 2025
Led by Sauret, the Collectibles—a capsule program of vintage timepieces celebrating the company’s history—debuted in January 2023.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 8 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for celebrating
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The programs are some of the biggest things he’s done for the county, Karner said, praising their impact.—
Joseph States,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Jan. 2026
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Transportation and accelerated bridge construction Transportation featured prominently, with Healey again praising MBTA General Manager Phil Eng to the most rancorous applause of the night.—
Sam Drysdale,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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The Phish frontman opened the show, one of three gigs commemorating the 60th anniversary of the Grateful Dead.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
10 Jan. 2026
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Sabrina Carpenter is kicking off the New Year by commemorating her recent looks in an Instagram photo dump.—
Daisy Maldonado,
InStyle,
5 Jan. 2026
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For decades, Kris Jenner has been blessing screens and red carpets in her iconic pixie cut.—
Audrey Noble,
InStyle,
13 Jan. 2026
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Before kickoff on Sunday night, a priest was seen blessing the end zone where Ravens kicker Ravens kicker Tyler Loop would eventually miss the would-be walk-off field goal that would have sent Baltimore into the playoffs.—
Paulina Dedaj,
FOXNews.com,
5 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Celebrating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/celebrating. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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