as in festivities
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 celebrations
Starbucks is already doling out holiday cups; stores have skipped over Thanksgiving and are selling Christmas decor; and TV stations are gearing up for the midnight countdown celebrations on New Year's Eve.
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Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 10 Nov. 2025
Karanikolaou, who opted for a Roberto Cavalli glitter maxi dress for the celebrations, also posted a funny video of her and Kylie strutting along a corridor at the party while showing off their outfits.
—Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 10 Nov. 2025
People can come for ladies night, for special celebrations, and trust they’ll be looked after.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 10 Nov. 2025
He was also honored as a top 10 and top 15 coach as part of those anniversary celebrations.
—Joe Vardon, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
And while one-off gifts the likes of a new shoulder bag or a fleece jacket are great options, sometimes dragging out the celebrations, in the form of the top advent calendars of 2025, is the best way to ensure your giftee has a holiday to remember.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025
Even in San Andrés Mixquic, known for its traditional celebrations, some wear the sort of spooky Halloween costumes sold in the United States, although local families themselves do not dress up.
—Rocío Muñoz-Ledo, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
And of course, there will be disruptions due to travel, work deadlines or weekend celebrations.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 3 Nov. 2025
The street celebrations broke out in Los Angeles after the Dodgers’ thrilling Game 7 comeback win over the Toronto Blue Jays in extra innings.
—Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2025
Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 10 Nov. 2025
Karanikolaou, who opted for a Roberto Cavalli glitter maxi dress for the celebrations, also posted a funny video of her and Kylie strutting along a corridor at the party while showing off their outfits.
—Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 10 Nov. 2025
People can come for ladies night, for special celebrations, and trust they’ll be looked after.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 10 Nov. 2025
He was also honored as a top 10 and top 15 coach as part of those anniversary celebrations.
—Joe Vardon, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
And while one-off gifts the likes of a new shoulder bag or a fleece jacket are great options, sometimes dragging out the celebrations, in the form of the top advent calendars of 2025, is the best way to ensure your giftee has a holiday to remember.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025
Even in San Andrés Mixquic, known for its traditional celebrations, some wear the sort of spooky Halloween costumes sold in the United States, although local families themselves do not dress up.
—Rocío Muñoz-Ledo, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
And of course, there will be disruptions due to travel, work deadlines or weekend celebrations.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 3 Nov. 2025
The street celebrations broke out in Los Angeles after the Dodgers’ thrilling Game 7 comeback win over the Toronto Blue Jays in extra innings.
—Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for celebrations
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On September 27, the Goop founder got all dressed up for her birthday festivities in Portofino, Italy.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
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Playing into the formal black-tie feel of the night, Meghan Markle rolled up to the festivities wearing a demure—but very chic—black ensemble.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
9 Nov. 2025
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November brings a full calendar of festivals celebrating the coastal city, including the Foo Foo Festival, a 12-day arts and culture event with activities from Pensacola Beach to the historic streets of downtown and out to Perdido Key.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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Cartagena’s rich Afro-Colombian heritage pulses through its art, festivals, and everyday life, offering Black women travelers a meaningful way to connect with the region’s cultural legacy.—
Essence,
Essence,
7 Nov. 2025
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For those traveling with children, TAFER’s signature Little Luxuries family program offers activities including face painting, ancestral Mexican games, traditional Mexican Cumbia live dance performances, beachside fiestas and more.—
Judy Koutsky,
Forbes.com,
30 Aug. 2025
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The Semana Santa processions in Seville date back to the 16th century and are one of Spain's most famous fiestas.—
Nina Aquino,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Aug. 2025
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“Celebrations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/celebrations. Accessed 1 Dec. 2025.
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