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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
His words were underscored when police in Israel stopped Catholic leaders from celebrating a private Palm Sunday Mass in the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, built on the spot where Jesus was thought to have been crucified.
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Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026
In 2026, Holy Week runs from Palm Sunday on March 29 through Easter Sunday on April 5, commemorating the events leading up to Jesus Christ’s crucifixion and celebrating his resurrection.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 29 Mar. 2026
For the first time in centuries, Israeli authorities blocked Roman Catholic leaders from celebrating Palm Sunday at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, citing safety concerns during the Iran war.
—Melanie Lidman, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2026
Elsewhere, the Latin Patriarchate said Israeli police stopped church leaders celebrating mass on Palm Sunday, as Israeli authorities restrict access to religious sites in East Jerusalem.
—Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
And that, to me, is what's truly worth celebrating and what I'm honored to be a part of.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 29 Mar. 2026
Several long-range missiles, called Hwasong-20s, were put on display during a North Korean military parade celebrating Kim in October 2025.
—CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026
The announcement this week from City Hall in our most American of cities tied itself in knots trying to avoid celebrating what it actually was supposed to be celebrating.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
The Oklahoma City Thunder are due to play the Washington Wizards on Saturday evening, but a team spokesperson said that despite talks with the White House, the team will not be celebrating with the president.
—Paulina Dedaj, FOXNews.com, 21 Mar. 2026
Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026
In 2026, Holy Week runs from Palm Sunday on March 29 through Easter Sunday on April 5, commemorating the events leading up to Jesus Christ’s crucifixion and celebrating his resurrection.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 29 Mar. 2026
For the first time in centuries, Israeli authorities blocked Roman Catholic leaders from celebrating Palm Sunday at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, citing safety concerns during the Iran war.
—Melanie Lidman, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2026
Elsewhere, the Latin Patriarchate said Israeli police stopped church leaders celebrating mass on Palm Sunday, as Israeli authorities restrict access to religious sites in East Jerusalem.
—Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
And that, to me, is what's truly worth celebrating and what I'm honored to be a part of.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 29 Mar. 2026
Several long-range missiles, called Hwasong-20s, were put on display during a North Korean military parade celebrating Kim in October 2025.
—CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026
The announcement this week from City Hall in our most American of cities tied itself in knots trying to avoid celebrating what it actually was supposed to be celebrating.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
The Oklahoma City Thunder are due to play the Washington Wizards on Saturday evening, but a team spokesperson said that despite talks with the White House, the team will not be celebrating with the president.
—Paulina Dedaj, FOXNews.com, 21 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for celebrating
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Instead, some progressive allies rushed to denounce Israel’s military response while either praising or refusing to condemn Hamas.—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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Hearts have melted online after a scared rescue dog bravely faced her fear in order to join her owner, with many viewers praising her unquestionable courage and determination.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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In 2026, Holy Week runs from Palm Sunday on March 29 through Easter Sunday on April 5, commemorating the events leading up to Jesus Christ’s crucifixion and celebrating his resurrection.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Christianity’s most sacred week, commemorating Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem ahead of his crucifixion and resurrection.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
29 Mar. 2026
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When the Chaldean Iraqi American Association of Michigan bought the club years ago, a rabbi from Temple Israel was among the first to welcome them to the neighborhood, even blessing the facility for them.—
John Wisely,
Freep.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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Sweet Venus begins blessing your foundation zone today, reminding you of all the thoughtful tweaks that could make your space feel calmer and more welcoming.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Celebrating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/celebrating. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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