Example Sentences

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People had told me this before they knew which party would win—the government offices will be closed; people will be celebrating.

From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026

The speech was supposed to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, which the nation will be celebrating this summer.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

If you happen to arrive Friday, Carrizo staffers and volunteers will be celebrating the 25th anniversary of the monument, which was created from former ranch land under President Clinton.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Quickly dubbed the Capital of Route 66, Tulsa will be celebrating the Mother Road’s centennial with classic car parades, like the Capital Cruise, and, in June, the Route 66 Roadfest, a family-friendly romp.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 20, 2025

On the coming 10th of April, in many lands and in many ways, the Officers, Soldiers, and Friends of The Salvation Army will be celebrating my Eightieth Birthday.

From The Authoritative Life of General William Booth by Railton, George S. (George Scott)