How to Use celebrate in a Sentence

celebrate

verb
  • The book celebrates the movies of the past.
  • They are celebrating the birth of their third child.
  • Her lecture celebrated the genius of the artist.
  • A priest celebrates Mass at the church daily.
  • We are celebrating my birthday by going out to dinner.
  • We are celebrating our anniversary next week.
  • He is celebrated for his contributions to modern science.
  • The family gathered to celebrate Christmas.
  • Every year trees put on a show in the spring by bursting with bright foliage that seems to celebrate the end of winter.
    Clara Moskowitz, Scientific American, 1 Mar. 2023
  • As the trailer notes, the re-release celebrates the film’s 101st anniversary next year.
    Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 14 Oct. 2024
  • But there’s an astrological milestone to celebrate right now, too.
    Korin Miller, Women's Health, 19 Mar. 2023
  • Graduation is a momentous milestone—and families and friends want to celebrate this big day with you and your graduate.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Mar. 2023
  • That's why members of another Atlantic team, Newfoundland and Labrador, were the first ones there to celebrate with them!
    Terry Baddoo, USA TODAY, 7 Mar. 2023
  • The program will pair community volunteers with teachers and students to celebrate reading.
    Laura Groch, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Mar. 2023
  • Bartenders, media, brand owners, enthusiasts and influencers the world over are here to witness and celebrate the new champion.
    George Koutsakis, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
  • On Sunday morning, Gomez posted an Instagram carousel of photos with fan groups to celebrate the milestone.
    Aimée Lutkin, ELLE, 19 Mar. 2023
  • Her contributions are a reminder to celebrate the work of many visionary women, like Willard, who did not live to see their dreams become reality.
    Christopher H. Evans, The Conversation, 1 Mar. 2023
  • The administration surely would have preferred to celebrate the removal of a roadblock to the widespread adoption of electric vehicles.
    Matthew Miles Goodrich, The New Republic, 6 Mar. 2023
  • Lainey Wilson is ready to celebrate Thanksgiving in Arlington, Texas!
    Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 14 Oct. 2024
  • The traditional father-daughter dance is a beloved part of many traditional weddings—why not seize the opportunity to celebrate Mom, too?
    Natalie Maher, Harper's BAZAAR, 28 Feb. 2023
  • But she's been wanting to come back to the H to celebrate.
    Ariana Garcia, Chron, 19 Mar. 2023
  • So, to celebrate this with him and the Queen is just going to be so much fun.
    Adrianna Freedman, Good Housekeeping, 8 May 2023
  • In a later verse, Jimin looks back on how far he’s come with the band and celebrates the fans who have come along for the ride.
    Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 22 Dec. 2023
  • The New Fashioned will celebrate its grand opening from 2 to 5 p.m. April 6.
    Jordyn Noennig, Journal Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2024
  • The two shared a hug after the match, which celebrated Edge's 25-year WWE career.
    Victoria Hernandez, USA TODAY, 19 Aug. 2023
  • The messages also show the Proud Boys celebrating the attack on the Capitol and their role in it.
    CBS News, 29 Mar. 2023
  • The first day of spring is here – and both Dairy Queen and Rita's are offering free treats to celebrate.
    Wyatte Grantham-Philips, USA TODAY, 20 Mar. 2023
  • Frame and Earle hosted a dinner at Mr. Chow’s to celebrate the launch.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 18 Sep. 2024
  • Fans flocked to movie theaters dressed in pink costumes and glitter to celebrate the film.
    Herb Scribner, Washington Post, 13 Apr. 2024
  • The two plan to celebrate with a larger wedding in California in the fall.
    Alexandra MacOn, Vogue, 18 July 2023

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