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as in celebrated
to be a memorial of
a stone obelisk commemorates the Battle of Bunker Hill
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as in observed
to mark with an appropriate practice, rite, or ceremony
let's commemorate Martin Luther King Day with readings of some of Dr. King's speeches
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Recent Examples of commemorated
Monaco's house of Grimaldi commemorated the 70th anniversary of the Rose Ball Saturday, with an event that looked to the future.
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Diego Parrado, Vanity Fair, 22 Mar. 2026
In 2025, Los Angeles commemorated Cesar Chavez Day with a march and rally in Pacoima and a Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, among other events throughout the region.
—Ryan Carter, Daily News, 18 Mar. 2026
Politicians and organizations that long commemorated Chavez and urged others to follow his ways are releasing statements by the minute.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
The merge of two storied institutions in New York City was commemorated on Monday, March 16, 2026, at EMS Academy at Fort Totten to mark its 30th anniversary.
—Joanna Moriello, New York Daily News, 17 Mar. 2026
The actress commemorated Rani's seventh birthday in October 2025 with an Instagram montage.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
The hub is located on Yosemite Drive in Central Milpitas near Highway 680, and the city commemorated its opening with a ribbon cutting late last month.
—Luis Melecio-Zambrano, Mercury News, 5 Mar. 2026
Reactions from parents, teachers, community Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker, who called for a turnaround of the district’s academic performance in fall 2024 that led to the resignation of former Superintendent Angélica Ramsey, commemorated Molinar for her dedication to the district.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Mar. 2026
This milestone is being commemorated both nationally and locally with a year-long program of events and activities.
—Frank Lennon, The Providence Journal, 2 Mar. 2026
Diego Parrado, Vanity Fair, 22 Mar. 2026
In 2025, Los Angeles commemorated Cesar Chavez Day with a march and rally in Pacoima and a Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, among other events throughout the region.
—Ryan Carter, Daily News, 18 Mar. 2026
Politicians and organizations that long commemorated Chavez and urged others to follow his ways are releasing statements by the minute.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
The merge of two storied institutions in New York City was commemorated on Monday, March 16, 2026, at EMS Academy at Fort Totten to mark its 30th anniversary.
—Joanna Moriello, New York Daily News, 17 Mar. 2026
The actress commemorated Rani's seventh birthday in October 2025 with an Instagram montage.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
The hub is located on Yosemite Drive in Central Milpitas near Highway 680, and the city commemorated its opening with a ribbon cutting late last month.
—Luis Melecio-Zambrano, Mercury News, 5 Mar. 2026
Reactions from parents, teachers, community Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker, who called for a turnaround of the district’s academic performance in fall 2024 that led to the resignation of former Superintendent Angélica Ramsey, commemorated Molinar for her dedication to the district.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Mar. 2026
This milestone is being commemorated both nationally and locally with a year-long program of events and activities.
—Frank Lennon, The Providence Journal, 2 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commemorated
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Ellison celebrated the decision in a statement Friday.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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It is celebrated with a ceremonious parade that features a cavalcade of men dressed in Roman soldier costumes, evoking a sense of solemn thanksgiving and spiritual devotion.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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As the United States prepares to mark its 250th year, here is the story of Iowa's role in the conflict that still shapes the nation and how it is memorialized in the halls and on the grounds of one of Des Moines', and the state's, most prominent landmarks.—
Bill Steiden,
Des Moines Register,
24 Mar. 2026
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Son of man being memorialized was also shot in both hands and is recovering.—
Jade Jackson,
IndyStar,
24 Mar. 2026
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While only 13 episodes were ever produced, due to its popularity the series was repeated regularly and became one of the most fondly remembered British TV programmes, often ranking among the greatest children’s shows of all time in viewer polls.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
24 Mar. 2026
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Lindo is redefining what a neighborhood café can be, transforming it into a space where indigenous identity and ancestral language aren't just remembered, they're reclaimed.—
Luzdelia Caballero,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
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“Commemorated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commemorated. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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