as in commemorates
to give eternal or lasting existence to
immortalized the words "Call me Ishmael" as the novel's opening line
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Recent Examples of immortalizes
Adding to the character of the region, Southerners also find comfort in gatherings that exhibit flair and poise, and there’s a penchant for tradition, which immortalizes intimate conversations, unhurried afternoons and, of course, elegant tea experiences.
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Kathryn Streeter, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
This pithy, poignant memoir by an award-winning American poet immortalizes a bygone world in a colorful mosaic of vignettes, jokes, and reflections.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
Kathryn Streeter, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
This pithy, poignant memoir by an award-winning American poet immortalizes a bygone world in a colorful mosaic of vignettes, jokes, and reflections.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for immortalizes
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For Christians, Easter commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, a fundamental belief in Christianity.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Austin American Statesman,
23 Feb. 2026
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As the Bay Area commemorates Black History Month, the contributions of African Americans to art and culture are celebrated.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
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That five-year, $54-million extension celebrates its first birthday in a few weeks.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
28 Feb. 2026
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Emma Operacz celebrates her graduation at Eastern Michigan University.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
28 Feb. 2026
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Young people get blocked from leadership roles based on tenure rather than capability, which perpetuates the illusion that leadership roles should be reserved for middle-aged or older workers.—
Dan Pontefract,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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That’s because their profitability perpetuates animation’s dismissive status as suited only for families or kids.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Jan. 2026
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“Immortalizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immortalizes. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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