solemnizing

present participle of solemnize

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for solemnizing
Verb
  • 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
  • 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
Verb
  • 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
  • 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
Verb
  • The star is blessing Swifties with a movie to accompany her new album.
    Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 25 Sep. 2025
  • Most recently, her work has gone viral after blessing the tresses of not one but three Love Island USA favorites.
    Essence, Essence, 24 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • While praising intent, Farley cautioned that current policies alone will not solve the demand crisis; as production expands domestically, the absence of a skilled workforce could drive up costs, create delays, and ultimately hurt both businesses and consumers.
    Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 30 Sep. 2025
  • The film was well-received after its Venice debut with many critics praising Oscar nominee Seyfried’s performance in particular.
    Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 30 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
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“Solemnizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solemnizing. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.

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