congratulation
noun
con·grat·u·la·tion
kən-ˌgra-chə-ˈlā-shən 
-ˌgra-jə-
1
: a congratulatory expression
—usually used in plural
Congratulations on your promotion.
2
: the act of congratulating
Examples of congratulation in a Sentence
Let me offer you my congratulations for being elected.
Please send her my congratulations.
I sent her a letter of congratulations.
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Two players have shared adorable photos of their newborns on social media, where teammates have dropped congratulations.
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Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 8 Mar. 2025
In Schott’s March 5 social media video, the pastor shared congratulations with the school’s family members for embracing freedom of health.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Mar. 2025
Ever the graceful leading lady, Demi Moore took to social media today to wrap up the closing of awards season — and wish a sweet note of congratulations to Best Actress Oscar winner Mikey Madison, whose turn in Sean Baker’s Anora led to an unexpected win last night.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 3 Mar. 2025
Fellow football players and their significant others, including Jordan Love, Sean Clifford, AJ Dillon, Kenny Clark and Daniel Whelan, also offered their congratulations.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 25 Feb. 2025
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Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 8 Mar. 2025
In Schott’s March 5 social media video, the pastor shared congratulations with the school’s family members for embracing freedom of health.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Mar. 2025
Ever the graceful leading lady, Demi Moore took to social media today to wrap up the closing of awards season — and wish a sweet note of congratulations to Best Actress Oscar winner Mikey Madison, whose turn in Sean Baker’s Anora led to an unexpected win last night.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 3 Mar. 2025
Fellow football players and their significant others, including Jordan Love, Sean Clifford, AJ Dillon, Kenny Clark and Daniel Whelan, also offered their congratulations.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 25 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for congratulation
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“Congratulation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/congratulation. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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congratulation
noun
con·grat·u·la·tion
kən-ˌgrach-ə-ˈlā-shən
1
: the act of congratulating
2
: an expression of joy or pleasure at another's success or good fortune
—usually used in plural
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