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as in celebrates
to be a memorial of
a stone obelisk commemorates the Battle of Bunker Hill
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as in blesses
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 commemorates
The day, also referred to as International Workers' Day, commemorates the 1886 Haymarket Affair — when a protest for an eight-hour workday turned into a violent clash between demonstrators and police at Chicago's Haymarket Square.
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Joe Brandt, CBS News, 1 May 2026
Today is May Day — also known as International Workers’ Day — a date that commemorates the struggles and gains of workers and labor movements around the world.
—Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
Cinco de Mayo commemorates the victory of Mexico over France in the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.
—Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 30 Apr. 2026
The visit commemorates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and has been framed as an opportunity to repair a rift between England and the United States.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Anzac Day commemorates the anniversary of the 1915 Gallipoli landings in World War I, serving as a moment to honor members of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) who lost their lives in conflict and all those who have served.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
The Founding and Future of the Schomburg Collection, which commemorates the centennial of the New York Public Library’s acquisition of Arturo Schomburg’s collection.
—Laura E. Helton, Literary Hub, 20 Apr. 2026
San Antonians will crowd downtown streets on Friday for the Battle of Flowers Parade, which commemorates the soldiers who died at the Alamo and the victory at San Jacinto.
—Megan Rodriguez, San Antonio Express-News, 20 Apr. 2026
According to court documents, the administration agreed to hang a rainbow pride flag at the New York City monument, which commemorates the struggle for LGBTQ rights.
—Rachel Frazin, The Hill, 13 Apr. 2026
Joe Brandt, CBS News, 1 May 2026
Today is May Day — also known as International Workers’ Day — a date that commemorates the struggles and gains of workers and labor movements around the world.
—Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
Cinco de Mayo commemorates the victory of Mexico over France in the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.
—Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 30 Apr. 2026
The visit commemorates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and has been framed as an opportunity to repair a rift between England and the United States.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Anzac Day commemorates the anniversary of the 1915 Gallipoli landings in World War I, serving as a moment to honor members of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) who lost their lives in conflict and all those who have served.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
The Founding and Future of the Schomburg Collection, which commemorates the centennial of the New York Public Library’s acquisition of Arturo Schomburg’s collection.
—Laura E. Helton, Literary Hub, 20 Apr. 2026
San Antonians will crowd downtown streets on Friday for the Battle of Flowers Parade, which commemorates the soldiers who died at the Alamo and the victory at San Jacinto.
—Megan Rodriguez, San Antonio Express-News, 20 Apr. 2026
According to court documents, the administration agreed to hang a rainbow pride flag at the New York City monument, which commemorates the struggle for LGBTQ rights.
—Rachel Frazin, The Hill, 13 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commemorates
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Rey now competes in the Transplant Games of America, a national event that is held every two years and celebrates organ, eye and tissue donations.—
Lauren Pastrana,
Miami Herald,
2 May 2026
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The Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden, which celebrates its 90th anniversary this year, contains historic butterfly gardens and flora native to the Florida Keys, Cuba and the Caribbean.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 May 2026
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The contract spelled out that Grayson is an honorary member of the Falcons and also memorializes the team’s commitment to being a support system for Grayson.—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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Derrick Turnbow, whom the street sign now memorializes, was shot there in 1990.—
Cameron Knight,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Mar. 2026
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In scenes where Yura remembers her childhood and its connection to the beast, the animation takes on a gauzier, more primitive style that matches the film’s more cosmic, oceanic themes.—
Beatrice Loayza,
Variety,
1 May 2026
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Rockwell remembers learning how to make a phone call during the early Idol seasons, when finalists had dedicated call-in numbers, and still prefers casting votes through more traditional avenues, like texting.—
Philiana Ng,
Rolling Stone,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Commemorates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commemorates. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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