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as in praises
to proclaim the glory of
a personal essay that celebrates the single life
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as in commemorates
to mark with an appropriate practice, rite, or ceremony
a mixed family that celebrates both the Christian and Jewish religious holidays
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Giant tortoises are the longest-living reptiles The world’s oldest living land animal, Jonathan the Seychelles giant tortoise, celebrates his unofficial 192nd birthday this December 4.
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Brian Handwerk, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Dec. 2024
Almost half of American dog owners celebrates their pets' birthday, while 37 percent cook food specifically for them, and 16 percent take them to work.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
This is the annual 225 Film Club festival, which celebrates female excellence in direction.
—Nina-Sophia Miralles, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
This first Ritual of 2025 celebrates the friendships and experiences born around the legendary Manresa kitchen between Flocons de Sel owners Juan and Luis Caviglia and Manresa founder and chef David Kinch.
—Laura Ness, The Mercury News, 8 Dec. 2024
The addition of olive oil celebrates a miracle that occurred when a small amount of olive oil miraculously lasted eight days to light the Temple's menorah.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
By cultivating a culture that celebrates learning and experimentation, leaders can create an environment where AI is seen not as a disruptor but as an enabler of progress.
—William Arruda, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Back to the big screen on the smaller screen, writer-director Christopher Nolan's Interstellar celebrates its tenth anniversary in 2024.
—Simon Thompson, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Venus in Aquarius celebrates innovation and individuality, and Benson’s ensemble embodies both, proving that bold lines and shimmering accents can make a stellar combination.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 8 Dec. 2024
Brian Handwerk, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Dec. 2024
Almost half of American dog owners celebrates their pets' birthday, while 37 percent cook food specifically for them, and 16 percent take them to work.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
This is the annual 225 Film Club festival, which celebrates female excellence in direction.
—Nina-Sophia Miralles, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
This first Ritual of 2025 celebrates the friendships and experiences born around the legendary Manresa kitchen between Flocons de Sel owners Juan and Luis Caviglia and Manresa founder and chef David Kinch.
—Laura Ness, The Mercury News, 8 Dec. 2024
The addition of olive oil celebrates a miracle that occurred when a small amount of olive oil miraculously lasted eight days to light the Temple's menorah.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
By cultivating a culture that celebrates learning and experimentation, leaders can create an environment where AI is seen not as a disruptor but as an enabler of progress.
—William Arruda, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Back to the big screen on the smaller screen, writer-director Christopher Nolan's Interstellar celebrates its tenth anniversary in 2024.
—Simon Thompson, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Venus in Aquarius celebrates innovation and individuality, and Benson’s ensemble embodies both, proving that bold lines and shimmering accents can make a stellar combination.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 8 Dec. 2024
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“Celebrates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/celebrates. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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