as in commemorating
serving to preserve the memory of a person, thing, or an event
commemorative stamps for the stars of American popular music
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as in reminder
something that serves to keep alive the memory of a person or event
a stamp was issued as a commemorative of the event
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Recent Examples of commemorative
Zach Wichter, USA Today, 18 June 2025
Alana wanted to use her birthday as a commemorative day, honoring Anna with a dove release ceremony.
—Dory Jackson, People.com, 28 June 2025
This year, the former president participated in a commemorative event in Galveston, Texas.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 19 June 2025
The towers remained, standing guard over a boom and bust commemorative plaque on a sidewalk at 17th and California streets.
—Aldo Svaldi, Denver Post, 29 May 2025
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Adjective
The storied Pan American World Airways – better known as Pan Am – is taking flight once again this summer as a commemorative trip departs from John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York on Tuesday.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 18 June 2025
Alana wanted to use her birthday as a commemorative day, honoring Anna with a dove release ceremony.
—Dory Jackson, People.com, 28 June 2025
This year, the former president participated in a commemorative event in Galveston, Texas.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 19 June 2025
The towers remained, standing guard over a boom and bust commemorative plaque on a sidewalk at 17th and California streets.
—Aldo Svaldi, Denver Post, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commemorative
Noun
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That kind of price movement, driven by sentiment rather than fundamentals, is a reminder of how fragile these narratives can be.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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Evoking a profound sense of nostalgia, the show was a potent reminder of music's enduring power to connect generations.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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That was followed by a special memorial service held at St. Paul’s Cathedral in the capital.—
Simon Perry,
People.com,
7 July 2025
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Public vigils and memorial services drew community supporters and prominent politicians attended.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
3 July 2025
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Memorabilia, souvenirs, and keepsakes take us back in time.—
Margot Singer
July 9,
Literary Hub,
9 July 2025
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Members volunteered at the ticket table, concessions, and souvenir table..—
Pomerado News,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 July 2025
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“Commemorative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commemorative. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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