celebrate
verb (used with object)
to observe (a day) or commemorate (an event) with ceremonies or festivities.
has celebrated
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present perfectof celebrate (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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For generations, our nation’s reigning political culture has celebrated armed self-defense as a fundamental right.
From Slate ● Jun. 4, 2026
Since 21, even when he was broke, he has celebrated every birthday with champagne and oysters.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 10, 2026
Since 2000, the Latin Recording Academy has celebrated Spanish- and Portuguese-language music at the Latin Grammys.
From Barron's ● Jan. 31, 2026
The family has celebrated every victory and accompanied him through every obstacle.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 10, 2025
"Yes," assented Gundomar; "but he has celebrated the wedding with as much splendor as though he were wedding the daughter of an emperor."
From The Scarlet Banner by Felix Dahn
