celebratory

Example Sentences

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When the Studio Museum in Harlem reopened late last year in its new home on 125th Street, what should have been a celebratory milestone felt more like an awkward makeover reveal.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

It’s tender, fragrant and built for easy slicing, the kind of bake that feels both low-effort and quietly celebratory.

From Salon • Apr. 28, 2026

But the wedding banquet felt "sad", not celebratory, says Serhiy.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

When LaRavia walked into the Lakers locker room after his pre-game warmups, he was greeted with celebratory calls of “Mr. 82.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

We share a prolonged celebratory drink, and I say, “Here’s to you, Mr. Doorman. May you live another year.”

From "I Am the Messenger" by Markus Zusak