as in commemorating
serving to preserve the memory of a person, thing, or an event
commemorative stamps for the stars of American popular music
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as in reminder
something that serves to keep alive the memory of a person or event
a stamp was issued as a commemorative of the event
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Recent Examples of commemorative
ABC News, 23 Mar. 2026
In the years since, security forces have turned people away from ancient Persian burial sites on commemorative days.
—Azadeh Moaveni, New Yorker, 22 Mar. 2026
Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 20 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Camara, who was featured on commemorative glassware as part of a Trail Blazers' giveaway, banked in his first 3-pointer off the glass and hit his first eight 3-point shots, going 9 for 11 from distance.
—ABC News, 23 Mar. 2026
In the years since, security forces have turned people away from ancient Persian burial sites on commemorative days.
—Azadeh Moaveni, New Yorker, 22 Mar. 2026
Noun
In addition to the Cash App Card Presale, fans who purchase tour merchandise using their Cash App Card will receive a free commemorative Don't Be Dumb album on vinyl featuring an exclusive, limited edition design (while supplies last).
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 20 Jan. 2026
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Noun
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But the injury also represented a timely reminder for Olsson.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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For many viewers, the dog’s reaction felt like a reminder that rescue animals arrive with histories—habits, memories, and sensory associations formed long before adoption.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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As of Friday morning, a GoFundMe campaign to raise $6,000 toward Smith’s memorial services had about $3,800 in contributions.—
Olivia Stevens,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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Even Special Agent Tony DiNozzo (Michael Weatherly) returns for the memorial service.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Signs along Main Street advertise shops like WomanMade Products and hawk souvenirs.—
Beverly Gage,
The Atlantic,
5 Apr. 2026
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Many programs and coaches are judged by the number of Final Four appearances, where teams are presented with watches as a memento and, at Indianapolis, souvenir racecar helmets.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Commemorative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commemorative. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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