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The decorations give the hall an air of festivity.
The festivities will include a parade, a concert, and games for children.
We enjoyed the New Year's Eve festivities.
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Other famous faces who have been known to join Aniston's Friendsgiving festivities include her ex-husband Justin Theroux, Jason Bateman, Will Arnett, and Jimmy Kimmel — who famously criticized her Friendsgiving for including the same foods as Thanksgiving.
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
Orlando Pride captain Marta, the Brazilian considered the greatest player in the history of women’s soccer, closed out the festivities.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, Orlando Sentinel, 25 Nov. 2024
With the dual birthdays and Thanksgiving around the corner, Jenna added that her family has plenty more festivities lined up this week.
—Gil MacIas, People.com, 25 Nov. 2024
Bey’s mother Tina Knowles also joined in on the festivities.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 25 Nov. 2024
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
Orlando Pride captain Marta, the Brazilian considered the greatest player in the history of women’s soccer, closed out the festivities.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, Orlando Sentinel, 25 Nov. 2024
With the dual birthdays and Thanksgiving around the corner, Jenna added that her family has plenty more festivities lined up this week.
—Gil MacIas, People.com, 25 Nov. 2024
Bey’s mother Tina Knowles also joined in on the festivities.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 25 Nov. 2024
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“Festivity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/festivity. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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festivity
noun
fes·tiv·i·ty
fes-ˈtiv-ət-ē 
plural festivities
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