as in festival
a time or program of special events and entertainment in honor of something
a celebration of the company's 100th anniversary
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Recent Examples of celebration
When news of Maduro’s removal first spread on social media early that Saturday morning, many banged pots and pans in celebration.
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Brian Bennett, Time, 13 Jan. 2026
The mother of three has often spoken about the importance of family time, frequently sharing glimpses of celebrations and milestones with her children on social media.
—Danielle Minnetian, FOXNews.com, 13 Jan. 2026
Charlotte’s Durag Fest — a Juneenth celebration of Black art, music, fashion and culture in the city since 2018 — won’t be happening in 2026.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 13 Jan. 2026
Ego Nwodim At the Golden Eve celebration honoring Helen Mirren and Sarah Jessica Parker ahead of the Golden Globes, Ego Nwodim donned an ultra-short bob and a prominent side part.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 12 Jan. 2026
The Pitt star took to social media to share his celebration after nabbing awards for Best Performance by an Actor in a Drama Series and Best Television Series — Drama.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Jan. 2026
The Golden Globes are a pure and true celebration of artistry that stand for unflinching moral justice and should not be sullied by avarice!
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 12 Jan. 2026
In preparation for the celebration, JLOCC’s Community Impact Council assembled and donated 24 hygiene kits for Orangewood youths.
—Magda Liszewska, Oc Register, 12 Jan. 2026
The Duke of Sussex, 41, is expected to be in Birmingham, England, for the one-year-to-go celebrations for his Invictus Games kick off.
—Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
Brian Bennett, Time, 13 Jan. 2026
The mother of three has often spoken about the importance of family time, frequently sharing glimpses of celebrations and milestones with her children on social media.
—Danielle Minnetian, FOXNews.com, 13 Jan. 2026
Charlotte’s Durag Fest — a Juneenth celebration of Black art, music, fashion and culture in the city since 2018 — won’t be happening in 2026.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 13 Jan. 2026
Ego Nwodim At the Golden Eve celebration honoring Helen Mirren and Sarah Jessica Parker ahead of the Golden Globes, Ego Nwodim donned an ultra-short bob and a prominent side part.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 12 Jan. 2026
The Pitt star took to social media to share his celebration after nabbing awards for Best Performance by an Actor in a Drama Series and Best Television Series — Drama.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Jan. 2026
The Golden Globes are a pure and true celebration of artistry that stand for unflinching moral justice and should not be sullied by avarice!
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 12 Jan. 2026
In preparation for the celebration, JLOCC’s Community Impact Council assembled and donated 24 hygiene kits for Orangewood youths.
—Magda Liszewska, Oc Register, 12 Jan. 2026
The Duke of Sussex, 41, is expected to be in Birmingham, England, for the one-year-to-go celebrations for his Invictus Games kick off.
—Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for celebration
Noun
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The park behind the festival may or may not be open for ice climbing, and there will be no on-ice clinics.—
Spencer Wilson,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2026
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Last year, Bobby Flay and Brooke Williamson — who went public with their relationship a couple months prior — were spotted together at the festival before separately taking the stage for culinary demonstrations.—
Melody Chiu,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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Even after a season of festivities, morale can be low and burnout can be high.—
Karen Hinds,
Hartford Courant,
13 Jan. 2026
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The anniversary festivities appeared to also take place at The Polo Lounge in Beverly Hills as Windey shared a snap of the hotel's logo as latte art.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Becoming a national pastime Pageantry’s roots in the Philippines trace back to Spanish rule in the 16th century, as colonialists used religious festivals, or fiestas, to evangelize the population while incorporating indigenous traditions into the elaborate processions and celebratory feasts.—
Stephy Chung,
CNN Money,
20 Nov. 2025
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Keep the flavor fiesta going with a cooking class at one of these select Texas restaurants and culinary schools.—
Stacey Zable,
USA Today,
24 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Celebration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/celebration. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
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