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celebrate
/ˈsɛl.ə.bɹeɪt/
verb
To extol or honour in a solemn manner.
"to celebrate the name of the Most High"
Similar: fete
To honour by rites, by ceremonies of joy and respect, or by refraining from ordinary business; to observe duly.
"to celebrate a birthday"
To engage in joyful activity in appreciation of an event.
"I was promoted today at work—let’s celebrate!"
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