as in commemorating
serving to preserve the memory of a person, thing, or an event
commemorative stamps for the stars of American popular music
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as in reminder
something that serves to keep alive the memory of a person or event
a stamp was issued as a commemorative of the event
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Recent Examples of commemorative
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
22 June 2026
For the commemorative jewelry, Kloots collaborated with Eterneva, a company that grows diamonds in its lab using an individualized method that pressurizes the ashes (or hair) of a deceased loved one.
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Kathleen Perricone,
Entertainment Weekly,
18 June 2026
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
20 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
The first 1,000 fans to enter will receive a commemorative Heat scarf courtesy of Ticketmaster.
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Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
22 June 2026
For the commemorative jewelry, Kloots collaborated with Eterneva, a company that grows diamonds in its lab using an individualized method that pressurizes the ashes (or hair) of a deceased loved one.
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Kathleen Perricone,
Entertainment Weekly,
18 June 2026
Noun
In addition to the Cash App Card Presale, fans who purchase tour merchandise using their Cash App Card will receive a free commemorative Don't Be Dumb album on vinyl featuring an exclusive, limited edition design (while supplies last).
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Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
20 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commemorative
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No memorial or public service has been planned at this time, Brown's family said.
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In addition to establishing the foundation, Tree’s family also announced that a celebration of life and memorial service for the singer will be held July 25 at the University of California-Santa Cruz’s Quarry Amphitheater; while only friends and family will be invited, the event will stream live.
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Both human and artificial, and tantalizingly difficult to parse, the screams puncture the track’s otherwise steamy atmosphere, like a reminder of reality in the middle of a dreamy reverie.
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Need a reminder of what the festivities and events mean for traffic and road shutdowns and detours?
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The differing nacho offerings come served in a souvenir FIFA soccer ball bowl.
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There's also $5 Michelob Ultra drafts or $8 Casamigos margarita served in limited-edition World Cup souvenir cups.
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“Commemorative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commemorative. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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