centenary

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More than 64 million people, including 3.4 million overseas voters, were eligible to vote in the elections, which come the year the country will mark the centenary of its establishment as a republic.

From Washington Times

More than 64 million people, including 3.4 million overseas voters, are eligible to vote in the elections, which are taking place the year Turkey marks the centenary of the establishment of its republic.

From Seattle Times

The former circus worker, who celebrates her centenary in three months, was part of the grand finale of the Zippo Circus show.

From BBC

"Wouldn't it be lovely to go up in our centenary year?" said Iris Smith, who chairs the Notts County Supporters' Club, which was established 100 years ago.

From BBC

The show marking the centenary of her death brings together around 400 exhibits that delve well beyond her life on stage.

From Seattle Times