Definition of Commemorate
to do something special as a means of tribute or recognition
Examples of Commemorate in a sentence
The general will commemorate the soldier’s act of heroism by presenting him with a medal. 🔊
On Veterans Day, flags are lowered at half-staff to commemorate the sacrifices of the nation’s military members. 🔊
Every year we commemorate our country’s independence with a huge fireworks display in the town square. 🔊
All players will receive a championship ring to commemorate the team’s amazing season. 🔊
While Jared is at the football game, we will bake a huge cake to commemorate his birthday. 🔊
The legislators have approved a holiday to commemorate the life of the civil rights leader. 🔊
This year my parents will commemorate their sixty-year marriage with a huge anniversary party. 🔊
We will commemorate the president’s legacy by placing his image on the new coin. 🔊
To commemorate the principal’s fifty years in the school system, the board has decided to name a school after her. 🔊
Sometimes a yellow ribbon is placed around a tree to commemorate the absence of a loved one. 🔊
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