as in festivities
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 celebrations
She was invited to the celebrations of their 120th and 125th anniversaries, the latter of which featured the unveiling of Kilpin’s memorial stone in the Famedio.
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Nick Miller, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025
Just ask the cross-gabled cottages, giant schnitzels, and ridiculously involved Oktoberfest celebrations.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2025
Typically Americans will spend and are willing to go into debt for holiday celebrations, Dixon said.
—Betty Lin-Fisher, USA Today, 12 Apr. 2025
With daughters living in North America and Europe, my 56-year-old mom is no stranger to making frequent trips abroad for birthdays, celebrations, and quick visits.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 12 Apr. 2025
The Caribbean remains a top pick for those chasing sunshine, offering palm trees, white-sand beaches, and tropical celebrations.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2025
Some travelers may find the celebrations feel too different than those at home, especially if you’re used to spending the holidays surrounded by family traditions.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2025
Get The Recipe Mahogany Cake Often considered the original chocolate cake, this reddish-brown dessert brings an indulgent, mild chocolate flavor that’s perfect for Easter celebrations.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2025
Comments The celebrations continued for stars after the 2025 SAG Awards, who headed to PEOPLE and Audi's post-SAG Awards gala to sip, chat and dance.
—Alex Apatoff, People.com, 24 Feb. 2025
Nick Miller, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025
Just ask the cross-gabled cottages, giant schnitzels, and ridiculously involved Oktoberfest celebrations.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2025
Typically Americans will spend and are willing to go into debt for holiday celebrations, Dixon said.
—Betty Lin-Fisher, USA Today, 12 Apr. 2025
With daughters living in North America and Europe, my 56-year-old mom is no stranger to making frequent trips abroad for birthdays, celebrations, and quick visits.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 12 Apr. 2025
The Caribbean remains a top pick for those chasing sunshine, offering palm trees, white-sand beaches, and tropical celebrations.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2025
Some travelers may find the celebrations feel too different than those at home, especially if you’re used to spending the holidays surrounded by family traditions.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2025
Get The Recipe Mahogany Cake Often considered the original chocolate cake, this reddish-brown dessert brings an indulgent, mild chocolate flavor that’s perfect for Easter celebrations.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2025
Comments The celebrations continued for stars after the 2025 SAG Awards, who headed to PEOPLE and Audi's post-SAG Awards gala to sip, chat and dance.
—Alex Apatoff, People.com, 24 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for celebrations
Noun
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But the festivities were not over.—
Dan Freedman,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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The festivities include powerful vows from Peppermint, a cute dance by the newlyweds, and a sensational performance by a group of incredible Ballroom performers (including social media star — and friend of Beyoncé — Honey Balenciaga).—
Alamin Yohannes,
EW.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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Shoki Lin has directed several shorts that have played at international festivals, including Adam, which was selected for Cannes Cinefondation in 2019, while Tan Siyou is working on her first feature, Amoeba.—
Liz Shackleton,
Deadline,
9 Apr. 2025
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Her films have screened internationally at festivals including Busan and the Whitney Biennial.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
9 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Celebrations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/celebrations. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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