as in commemorative
serving to preserve the memory of a person, thing, or an event
a commemorating reenactment of the Civil War battle on the occasion of its 150th anniversary
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as in celebrating
to be a memorial of
a stone obelisk commemorates the Battle of Bunker Hill
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as in observing
to mark with an appropriate practice, rite, or ceremony
let's commemorate Martin Luther King Day with readings of some of Dr. King's speeches
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Recent Examples of commemorating
Greg Bluestein, AJC.com, 2 May 2026
The Ridge Historic District, known for its many historic homes, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with 61 new banners commemorating its place in history, as well as some festivities.
—Janice Neumann, Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026
Other significant finds included gold, silver and bronze medals commemorating the Second Vatican Council, as well as a gold Greek Orthodox cross pendant and other medals, including one marking the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2026
Earlier, King Charles and Queen Camilla visited the site of the national memorial in New York commemorating the victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
—Elise Hammond, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026
King Charles and Queen Camilla landed in the United States Monday, April 27, for their four-day journey commemorating 250 years of American independence from the British monarchy.
—Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Members of the royal family regularly attend events commemorating the holiday, observed on April 25 each year to mark the anniversary of the first campaign that led to major casualties for ANZAC forces during the First World War.
—Staff Author, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
The latest batch of rings arrived earlier this week, commemorating the Broncos’ third straight Mountain West title.
—Idaho Statesman, 23 Apr. 2026
Coca-Cola has rolled out a set of mini-cans commemorating the United States’ 250th anniversary, with a different design for each state.
—Bay Area News Group, Mercury News, 17 Apr. 2026
Verb
But Friday and Saturday were devoted to commemorating Scott’s life.
—Greg Bluestein, AJC.com, 2 May 2026
The Ridge Historic District, known for its many historic homes, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with 61 new banners commemorating its place in history, as well as some festivities.
—Janice Neumann, Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026
Other significant finds included gold, silver and bronze medals commemorating the Second Vatican Council, as well as a gold Greek Orthodox cross pendant and other medals, including one marking the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2026
Earlier, King Charles and Queen Camilla visited the site of the national memorial in New York commemorating the victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
—Elise Hammond, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026
King Charles and Queen Camilla landed in the United States Monday, April 27, for their four-day journey commemorating 250 years of American independence from the British monarchy.
—Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Members of the royal family regularly attend events commemorating the holiday, observed on April 25 each year to mark the anniversary of the first campaign that led to major casualties for ANZAC forces during the First World War.
—Staff Author, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
The latest batch of rings arrived earlier this week, commemorating the Broncos’ third straight Mountain West title.
—Idaho Statesman, 23 Apr. 2026
Coca-Cola has rolled out a set of mini-cans commemorating the United States’ 250th anniversary, with a different design for each state.
—Bay Area News Group, Mercury News, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commemorating
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Next to the dog, a faded print of Big Ben, and a commemorative plate with the late Queen Elizabeth II smiling from nine different decades.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
4 May 2026
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Barbie commemorative stamps will be released July 11, the last day of the 2026 National Barbie Doll Collectors Convention in Austin.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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These were all things the Storm should have been celebrating afterward, but yet, for the second week in a row, the coaches and players will be headed back to the film room to figure out what went wrong.—
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 May 2026
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The movie, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary on May 3, showed us how to use our magic and morals to decide whether to embrace necromancy and the occult.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
3 May 2026
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The event will include food, refreshments and a memorial activity.—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
1 May 2026
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Kemp's announcement comes on the day that Scott was honored with a memorial ceremony at the Georgia State Capitol Rotunda.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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University officials, in April 2025, honored Richie at an event memorializing students and faculty members who had recently died.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
26 Feb. 2026
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There’s a huge difference between memorializing a piece of pop culture and reanimating it.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Feb. 2026
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Haines is lost in hindsight, sometimes singing about what ifs and remembering her hell-raising era, sometimes wanting to abandon it all for a fresh start.—
Ethan Beck,
Pitchfork,
4 May 2026
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Or remembering something Ben said.—
Mike Ryan,
IndieWire,
4 May 2026
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For her, restoring land is not only about outcomes but also about honoring the people, legacies, and communities that depend on it.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Held at the historic Lido Theater in Newport Beach, the event will showcase a dynamic lineup of events, honoring both established and emerging talent in television.—
William Earl,
Variety,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Commemorating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commemorating. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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