commemorating

Example Sentences

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Cuban music lovers inaugurated a Beatles film festival, with fans in Italy, Russia and Greece finding their own ways for commemorating The Beatles’ special place in their lives.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

The latest of Khamenei's statements was read out on Thursday at the ceremony commemorating the death of Khomeini.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Congress created an organisation a decade ago to arrange and oversee events commemorating the country's 250th birthday, America250.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

In 1759 George Washington was renovating his estate at Mount Vernon, Va. Recently retired as colonel of the Virginia Regiment, Washington wanted to furnish his home with art commemorating ancient and contemporary military commanders.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

At the far end of the gym was a big glass trophy case, filled with plaques and medals and glossy golden cups commemorating Fry High achievements in sports and academics over the years.

From "The Last Last-Day-of-Summer" by Lamar Giles