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
I’ve been there during the annual commemorations, and it’s a very moving experience.
From Salon ● Jun. 9, 2026
Last year, Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered a cease-fire in honor of Victory Day commemorations.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 8, 2026
Russia's military explained that the annual commemorations of Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two would not feature military vehicles or cadets due to the "current operational situation".
From BBC ● Apr. 29, 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
