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celebration

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


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This year's celebration is due to take place on 4 July, with sources at the organisation telling BBC News it will go ahead "as usual".

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

"Because this city has always been a place where cultures come together, where music fills the air, and where celebration is part of everyday life," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

But “Austenland” is the latest installment in the BritBox celebration “Austen Forever,” and a film that represents the sentiments and inspiration for the months-long observance of the author’s 250th birthday last December.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

For one last run, Betts can be that for a community and team where she’s found not just acceptance, but true celebration.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

They pair up and then change partners, like a variation on the tarantella, the Italian dance of celebration.

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti