in celebration of — to honor or commemorate someone or something; in order to show joy or respect for a special occasion
Part of speech: PREPOSITION
Definition: to honor or commemorate someone or something; in order to show joy or respect for a special occasion
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪn ˌseləˈbreɪʃən ʌv/
Example Sentences
- The office threw a pizza party in celebration of surviving another Monday.
- In celebration of the company's 50th anniversary, all employees received a bonus.
- She bought a cake in celebration of finally understanding Excel formulas.
in celebration of
PREPOSITION[/ɪn ˌseləˈbreɪʃən ʌv/]
to honor or commemorate someone or something; in order to show joy or respect for a special occasion
a proud graduate in cap and gown stands smiling while family members arrange a special cake with candles. The cake sits on a festive table covered with streamers and party decorations. Friends and relatives gather around clapping and cheering with raised hands. Colorful balloons float above while confetti falls gently through the air. people gathering to honor and commemorate someone's special accomplishment
In celebration of every nation's artistic creation!
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“The office threw a pizza party in celebration of surviving another Monday.”
“In celebration of the company's 50th anniversary, all employees received a bonus.”
“She bought a cake in celebration of finally understanding Excel formulas.”
“The festival was organized in celebration of the city's cultural heritage.”
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