as in commemorative
serving to preserve the memory of a person, thing, or an event
a commemorating reenactment of the Civil War battle on the occasion of its 150th anniversary
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as in celebrating
to be a memorial of
a stone obelisk commemorates the Battle of Bunker Hill
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as in observing
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 commemorating
Jon Lee Anderson, New Yorker, 29 Sep. 2025
San Diegans and tourists standing on the corner of Second Avenue and Market Street may spot an inconspicuous plaque on the sidewalk commemorating the Douglas Hotel, a former establishment for Black visitors and entertainment during the first half of the 20th century.
—Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Sep. 2025
Unlike previous years, the ceremony commemorating Mexican Independence Day in the capital of the Golden State was brief, and organizers opted to forgo a festival that previously drew dozens of vendors and large crowds.
—Nicole Chavez, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2025
Mickelson has been outwardly supporting of Kirk in the days following his assassination in Utah, making frequent X posts commemorating the conservative influencer and celebrating his life and legacy.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2025
On June 1, commemorating one year since his unconstitutional reelection, Bukele appeared on national television from the National Theater, surrounded by his deputies, his loyal magistrates and prosecutor, and many soldiers.
—Óscar Martínez & Carlos Martínez, The Dial, 16 Sep. 2025
The September Nintendo Direct kicked off with 20 minutes of Mario celebration, commemorating the 40th anniversary of everyone's favorite video game plumber.
—Oliver Brandt, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
While the anniversary is well worth commemorating, Björn Bender, CEO of Rail Europe, is looking towards the future, as rail travel throughout the European continent is literally moving faster and becoming more integrated.
—Everett Potter, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
William is commemorating his late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, on Monday, and has events on Tuesday and Wednesday as well.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 8 Sep. 2025
Verb
There is a Little Havana, with stores and restaurants that evoke those on the island, and a park where men gather to play dominoes beside a monument commemorating the botched Bay of Pigs invasion.
—Jon Lee Anderson, New Yorker, 29 Sep. 2025
San Diegans and tourists standing on the corner of Second Avenue and Market Street may spot an inconspicuous plaque on the sidewalk commemorating the Douglas Hotel, a former establishment for Black visitors and entertainment during the first half of the 20th century.
—Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Sep. 2025
Unlike previous years, the ceremony commemorating Mexican Independence Day in the capital of the Golden State was brief, and organizers opted to forgo a festival that previously drew dozens of vendors and large crowds.
—Nicole Chavez, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2025
Mickelson has been outwardly supporting of Kirk in the days following his assassination in Utah, making frequent X posts commemorating the conservative influencer and celebrating his life and legacy.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2025
On June 1, commemorating one year since his unconstitutional reelection, Bukele appeared on national television from the National Theater, surrounded by his deputies, his loyal magistrates and prosecutor, and many soldiers.
—Óscar Martínez & Carlos Martínez, The Dial, 16 Sep. 2025
The September Nintendo Direct kicked off with 20 minutes of Mario celebration, commemorating the 40th anniversary of everyone's favorite video game plumber.
—Oliver Brandt, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
While the anniversary is well worth commemorating, Björn Bender, CEO of Rail Europe, is looking towards the future, as rail travel throughout the European continent is literally moving faster and becoming more integrated.
—Everett Potter, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
William is commemorating his late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, on Monday, and has events on Tuesday and Wednesday as well.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 8 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commemorating
Adjective
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Attendees can enjoy German food and drink tastings from over 10 Twain Harte restaurants and businesses, a 5-ounce tasting mug, a commemorative lanyard, a Stein holding competition and a yodeling and costume contest.—
Marcus Smith,
Sacbee.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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To purchase beer, commemorative mugs ($4 for 16-ounce or $6 for 32-ounce) and tokens ($8; one token for 16-ounce fill, two for 32-ounce) will be available on site.—
Dan Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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So when substitute Norberto Alonso popped up for the winner in the opening 2-1 victory over Hungary, there was the somewhat egregious sight of him celebrating over on the far side with the No 1 on his back.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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The billionaire founder of Bridgewater Associates has cautioned against leaders celebrating prosperity as proof that leverage no longer matters, even as debt quietly outpaces income.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
4 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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This will be followed by another all-star concert at the Ryman on October 10, the fourth and final concert in the memorial series.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
6 Oct. 2025
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According to the fundraiser, money will go toward Bond's memorial service and to support his wife, Joanne Bond.—
Natalie Davies,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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And yet, Lightfoot’s stubborn purity is surely why listeners recognize his sincerity in memorializing such a tragic event.—
John U. Bacon,
Rolling Stone,
30 Sep. 2025
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Ask him to produce all loan repayment schedules and any other documents memorializing the loans.—
Wendy Hickey,
Boston Herald,
21 Sep. 2025
Verb
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During the New Year fireworks, Ka-young tears up, no doubt remembering Iblis’ firework display the year prior.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
3 Oct. 2025
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In an interview with The Washington Post a month after her husband’s death, Shay described her final moments with him, remembering his desire to watch the entire original trilogy of Indiana Jones films after leaving hospice care to return home.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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The recognition drew some criticism at the time for not properly honoring her in comparison to streets, the airport and riverfront named for other top former officials.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
2 Oct. 2025
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The festival also is intentional about honoring the creative legacy and artistic spirit of Santa Fe, with a specific programs and awards for New Mexico filmmakers.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Commemorating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commemorating. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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