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commemorate

[kuh-mem-uh-reyt] / kəˈmɛm əˌreɪt /


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Later, during the administration’s summer-long festival to commemorate the signing of the Declaration of Independence, IndyCars will race in a fossil fuel-burning extravaganza around and around the National Mall — home to the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

This year we commemorate a war that might be remembered only by historians had Washington not won it.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

“President Trump is accordingly hosting Kevin Warsh’s swearing-in at the White House to appropriately commemorate this historic development for the markets, businesses, and everyday Americans.”

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

During the week-long reading event, which is timed to commemorate the 250th anniversary of US independence, other prominent conservatives and members of the administration, including Hegseth and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, are sharing passages.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

He initially began his reconstruction of the debate to commemorate it.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann




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