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
Cailey Gleeson, Journal Sentinel, 10 Dec. 2024
Tickets to the anniversary show along with commemorative CDs and vinyl are completely sold out.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 9 Dec. 2024
Ticket holders will take home a commemorative mini poster & lanyard and can stay after the film for a pre-recorded Q&A with the cast.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 4 Dec. 2024
The rose was part of a commemorative display at the Church of St. Francis of Assisi on W. 31st St. near Seventh Ave.
—Leonard Greene, New York Daily News, 21 Nov. 2024
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General admission to the event is $100 and includes a commemorative take-home glass.
—Cailey Gleeson, Journal Sentinel, 10 Dec. 2024
Tickets to the anniversary show along with commemorative CDs and vinyl are completely sold out.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 9 Dec. 2024
Ticket holders will take home a commemorative mini poster & lanyard and can stay after the film for a pre-recorded Q&A with the cast.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 4 Dec. 2024
The rose was part of a commemorative display at the Church of St. Francis of Assisi on W. 31st St. near Seventh Ave.
—Leonard Greene, New York Daily News, 21 Nov. 2024
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His book list also has just 10 picks (and a reminder to support independent book shops and libraries).Ashley Iasimone, Billboard, 21 Dec. 2024
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This is an important reminder that AI is just a tool.Arianna Huffington, TIME, 21 Dec. 2024
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Also on Saturday evening, a memorial service was held for the victims of the attack at Magdeburg Cathedral.Giulia Carbonaro, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
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West’s memorial service is scheduled for 11 a.m., Monday, at Doxa Church, 2700 Novation Parkway in Fitchburg.Erik S. Hanley, Journal Sentinel, 21 Dec. 2024
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Shop small and seek out food, art, crafts, jewelry, clothing, and souvenirs made by Hawaiians, not made to look like they were made by Hawaiians.Chadd Scott, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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For a more interactive experience, locals rave about The Agora Borealis Marketplace, a one-stop shop for unique fine art and souvenirs.Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 14 Dec. 2024
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“Commemorative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commemorative. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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