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monument

[mon-yuh-muhnt, mon-yuh-ment] / ˈmɒn yə mənt, ˈmɒn yəˌmɛnt /


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Organisers say it will blend spectacle, culture, and hospitality and will "showcase the beauty of Italy's monuments, the talent of its people, and the warm welcome extended to delegations from all over the world".

From BBC

City Council voted to designate the “Brady Bunch” house as a historic-cultural monument on Wednesday, enshrining the Studio City Midcentury as a piece of the city’s history.

From Los Angeles Times

"On one hand, it's a bit bonkers, but on the other it's a monument to the impact Ianto, and his relationship with Jack, had on the queer community, and one that I'm really proud of."

From BBC

After erecting a monument, the Obama foundation now seeks to lower expectations.

From The Wall Street Journal

Lion and dragon dancers perform on the Great Wall of China, in Badaling, to entertain visitors who have come to enjoy the illuminated monument during the Year of the Horse celebrations.

From Barron's