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celebration

[sel-uh-brey-shuhn] / ˌsɛl əˈbreɪ ʃən /


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“You can envision in some circumstances, like a birthday party or a wake, that there’s celebration going on: hugging, kissing, condolences being expressed,” Rupp said.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

The Russian Tea Room, opened in 1926, plans a return of live entertainment for its 2026 centennial celebration.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Described as a "celebration of the richness of all of France's musical cultures," it builds to an earth-quaking climax, with stunning live vocals.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

But against the powerful Thunder, Reaves didn’t get a chance to punctuate his comeback night with any emphatic celebration.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

He announced that he was about to be married and he called his friends together for a celebration, including Perseus in the invitation.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton




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