- past tense form of commemorate.
- past participle of commemorate.
commemorated
Example Sentences
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Patni commemorated Akash with a framed photograph and a life-size cutout, decorated with flowers and surrounded by scattered rose petals and lit lamps.
From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026
Over the past 250 years, Americans have commemorated Independence Day with festivals, barbecues, music and fireworks.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
The awards ceremony, hosted by TV presenter Steph McGovern at Grosvenor House, also saw Dame Jilly Cooper, Joanna Trollope and Sophie Kinsella commemorated with a special posthumous award.
From BBC • May 11, 2026
Politicians and organizations that long commemorated Chavez and urged others to follow his ways are releasing statements by the minute.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026
Her spirit was commemorated at the ceremony by an empty chair, which her classmates had decorated with sunflowers and purple fabric.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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