commemorate
verb (used with object)
to serve as a memorial or reminder of.
are commemorating
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present progressiveof commemorate.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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The "Friends" cast are commemorating and grieving their late friend and cast member Matthew Perry after his unexpected death on Saturday.
From Salon ● Oct. 31, 2023
"It is a celebration but at the same time you have to remember why we are here, what we are commemorating," he said.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2023
The fact that we are commemorating an anniversary that will never happen already says everything that needs saying about the weird macabre legal universe—and the weird macabre world—we currently inhabit.
From Slate ● Jan. 22, 2023
The Marlins are commemorating the 25th anniversary of their 1997 World Series championship team during the three-game series against Milwaukee.
From Seattle Times ● May 13, 2022
On the day we are commemorating, the services began with the reception and recognition of the bishop.
From Report of Commemorative Services with the Sermons and Addresses at the Seabury Centenary, 1883-1885. by Diocese Of Connecticut
