as in festival
a time or program of special events and entertainment in honor of something
a celebration of the company's 100th anniversary
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Recent Examples of celebration
Pakistani weddings are often elaborate, multi-day celebrations that place strong emphasis on visual storytelling, color and cultural symbolism.
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Claire Dodds, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
Even so, the celebration is limited after going without pay for 45 days during this shutdown.
—Marvin Hurst, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
Within days, statues were removed and celebrations cancelled or renamed, including events tied to the federal César Chavez Day on March 31.
—ABC News, 31 Mar. 2026
While there are no federal holidays in April, the month is still packed with religious holidays and observances like Passover, Good Friday and Easter, as well as other celebrations such as April Fools' Day and Earth Day.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
To create a hotel that is a celebration of Italy was one of Corinthia’s main goals, and it’s reflected in the names of the hotel’s different spaces, the Italian wines in the minibar, and the Lazio producers who supply the restaurant with its ingredients.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026
The pop legend unveiled the details of her upcoming concerts during a posh birthday celebration at the Café de l’Homme in Paris, overlooking the landmark — the dates appear below.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 30 Mar. 2026
Our new feature, SoFlo Festivals, Fairs & Festivities, gives you a monthly look ahead to celebrations throughout Palm Beach and Broward counties.
—Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2026
Highlights of this Easter celebration include a petting zoo, crafts, games, photos with Easter Bunny and food and ice cream for first 75 participants.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
Claire Dodds, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
Even so, the celebration is limited after going without pay for 45 days during this shutdown.
—Marvin Hurst, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
Within days, statues were removed and celebrations cancelled or renamed, including events tied to the federal César Chavez Day on March 31.
—ABC News, 31 Mar. 2026
While there are no federal holidays in April, the month is still packed with religious holidays and observances like Passover, Good Friday and Easter, as well as other celebrations such as April Fools' Day and Earth Day.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
To create a hotel that is a celebration of Italy was one of Corinthia’s main goals, and it’s reflected in the names of the hotel’s different spaces, the Italian wines in the minibar, and the Lazio producers who supply the restaurant with its ingredients.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026
The pop legend unveiled the details of her upcoming concerts during a posh birthday celebration at the Café de l’Homme in Paris, overlooking the landmark — the dates appear below.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 30 Mar. 2026
Our new feature, SoFlo Festivals, Fairs & Festivities, gives you a monthly look ahead to celebrations throughout Palm Beach and Broward counties.
—Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2026
Highlights of this Easter celebration include a petting zoo, crafts, games, photos with Easter Bunny and food and ice cream for first 75 participants.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for celebration
Noun
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The festival is funded in part by the city of Charlotte, with additional support from the Hispanic Federation.—
Adam Bell
April 2,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Apr. 2026
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The Gables hosts events, festivals and activities throughout its downtown year-round to help draw in crowds not just to the Mile, but also to other streets across the city, including Restaurant Row on Giralda Avenue.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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All the festivities came to a halt in the sixth minute when Austin took the lead on a header by Guilherme Biro off a Facundo Torres corner kick.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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The 13 Going on 30 actress ditched her signature minimalist glam for a bright pink lip while giving fans a glimpse at her Easter festivities with her family on Sunday.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
5 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The gathering at Milander Field was part protest, part celebration — a vibrant echo of a Cuban fiesta.—
Verónica Egui Brito,
Miami Herald,
25 Mar. 2026
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The Spanish colonial government integrated the Santo Niño image into religious processions, music, and dance fiestas as part of efforts to convert the island’s population to Catholicism.—
Laura Payne,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
24 Mar. 2026
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“Celebration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/celebration. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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