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
Greta Bjornson, People.com, 20 May 2025
Grab your blankets, lawn chairs and commemorative popcorn buckets — outdoor movie screening season is here.
—David Matthews, New York Daily News, 19 May 2025
Indeed, the show's history was too big to fit into one special, with its three-and-a-half hour prime time extravaganza in February preceded by a commemorative concert, Questlove's brilliant documentary on the show's musical history and a four-part docuseries on Peacock.
—Eric Deggans, NPR, 18 May 2025
Tinker Field is gone, but a commemorative history plaza has been built in the shadows of the stadium.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 May 2025
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Adjective
After Queen Camilla's ceremony, the royals will plant a commemorative tree at Rideau Hall, the official residence of the governor general.
—Greta Bjornson, People.com, 20 May 2025
Grab your blankets, lawn chairs and commemorative popcorn buckets — outdoor movie screening season is here.
—David Matthews, New York Daily News, 19 May 2025
Indeed, the show's history was too big to fit into one special, with its three-and-a-half hour prime time extravaganza in February preceded by a commemorative concert, Questlove's brilliant documentary on the show's musical history and a four-part docuseries on Peacock.
—Eric Deggans, NPR, 18 May 2025
Tinker Field is gone, but a commemorative history plaza has been built in the shadows of the stadium.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commemorative
Noun
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The friendly reminder detailed the passenger's attempt at bringing the cooking device in their carry-on bag while traveling through Pensacola International Airport (PNS).—
Rachel Flynn,
People.com,
14 June 2025
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The dangers faced by law enforcement are also a sobering reminder of the stakes.—
Jillian E. Snider,
Boston Herald,
13 June 2025
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One shared goal of the advisory committee was to ensure that the memorial honored both the gay and Latino communities who felt at home at the club before the shooting.—
Nicquel Terry Ellis,
CNN Money,
12 June 2025
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Diversity, Inclusion and Vulnerability Day will feature a noon memorial led by the Rev. Melissa Hrdlicka of Joy Lutheran Church and music performances by The Average Janes (11 a.m.), Seth West (during the memorial service), Wendy Elizabeth (1 p.m.) and Michael Mahan (2:30 p.m.).—
Talia McWright,
Twin Cities,
11 June 2025
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Back at the hotel, overnight guests have the opportunity to create original Kyushu souvenirs out of Hakata silk in master classes overseen by local artisans on the premises.—
Terry Elward,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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To mark the occasion, participants will be able to attend free talks on the evolution of the event, purchase anniversary souvenirs, test new bikes and listen to inspiring talks on cycling.—
Gregory Wakeman,
Smithsonian Magazine,
13 June 2025
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“Commemorative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commemorative. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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