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as in praising
to proclaim the glory of
a personal essay that celebrates the single life
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as in commemorating
to mark with an appropriate practice, rite, or ceremony
a mixed family that celebrates both the Christian and Jewish religious holidays
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Recent Examples of celebrating
For his followers, blaspheming the Holocaust and celebrating Hitler became a way to signal contempt for the political religion of postwar liberalism.
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Antonia Hitchens, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
Just celebrating Jesus at Zeal City Church.
—Holly Santman, CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026
Baena wrote in a social media post celebrating his winning streak.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Apr. 2026
Imagine how much more fun the New Belgium Porch would’ve been if Trey McBride or Tory Horton were celebrating in front of it.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 5 Apr. 2026
Police last weekend prevented two of the church’s top religious leaders, including Latin Patriarch Pierbattista Pizzaballa, from celebrating Palm Sunday at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, breaking from a centuries-long tradition.
—Colleen Barry, Los Angeles Times, 5 Apr. 2026
For Smith, Easter cooking is all about celebrating the season — and maybe introducing guests to something new.
—Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 5 Apr. 2026
His words were underscored when police in Israel stopped Catholic leaders from celebrating a private Palm Sunday Mass in the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, built on the spot where Jesus was thought to have been crucified.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026
In 2026, Holy Week runs from Palm Sunday on March 29 through Easter Sunday on April 5, commemorating the events leading up to Jesus Christ’s crucifixion and celebrating his resurrection.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 29 Mar. 2026
Antonia Hitchens, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
Just celebrating Jesus at Zeal City Church.
—Holly Santman, CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026
Baena wrote in a social media post celebrating his winning streak.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Apr. 2026
Imagine how much more fun the New Belgium Porch would’ve been if Trey McBride or Tory Horton were celebrating in front of it.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 5 Apr. 2026
Police last weekend prevented two of the church’s top religious leaders, including Latin Patriarch Pierbattista Pizzaballa, from celebrating Palm Sunday at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, breaking from a centuries-long tradition.
—Colleen Barry, Los Angeles Times, 5 Apr. 2026
For Smith, Easter cooking is all about celebrating the season — and maybe introducing guests to something new.
—Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 5 Apr. 2026
His words were underscored when police in Israel stopped Catholic leaders from celebrating a private Palm Sunday Mass in the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, built on the spot where Jesus was thought to have been crucified.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026
In 2026, Holy Week runs from Palm Sunday on March 29 through Easter Sunday on April 5, commemorating the events leading up to Jesus Christ’s crucifixion and celebrating his resurrection.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 29 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for celebrating
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Instead, some progressive allies rushed to denounce Israel’s military response while either praising or refusing to condemn Hamas.—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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Hearts have melted online after a scared rescue dog bravely faced her fear in order to join her owner, with many viewers praising her unquestionable courage and determination.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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Easter is considered a significant holiday for Christians, commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Apr. 2026
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On its face, this has felt like an Easter season more in keeping with the downcast mood of Maundy Thursday, commemorating the Last Supper, followed by the betrayal and arrest of Christ, or Good Friday, a somber day of reflection marking Jesus’ death on the cross.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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When the Chaldean Iraqi American Association of Michigan bought the club years ago, a rabbi from Temple Israel was among the first to welcome them to the neighborhood, even blessing the facility for them.—
John Wisely,
Freep.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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Sweet Venus begins blessing your foundation zone today, reminding you of all the thoughtful tweaks that could make your space feel calmer and more welcoming.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Celebrating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/celebrating. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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