commemoration
noun
the act of commemorating.
commemorations
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pluralof commemoration.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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His son, Mojtaba, the new supreme leader, was absent from the commemorations, fearing assassination himself.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 11, 2026
BBC International correspondent Nawal Al Maghafi reports from Tehran, where authorities say they expect millions to take part in funeral commemorations for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
From BBC ● Jul. 4, 2026
“I’ve been crying all day,” Orlando City Commissioner Patty Sheehan said during commemorations, capturing a sentiment echoed across multiple memorials marking the 10-year point.
From Salon ● Jun. 13, 2026
Authorities throttled mobile internet ahead of the commemorations in an attempt to prevent Ukrainian drone strikes, while security around the capital was tightened considerably.
From Barron's ● May 9, 2026
Now after thirty-four years, the commemorations and interviews and presentations of posthumous honors have almost stopped, so that for months at a time Dedd is able to take up her own life again.
From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez
