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Term: Anniversaries

Definition:

An anniversaries refer to the annual recurrence of a specific date, typically associated with a significant event or occasion.

Usage:

Sense 1: Celebration or Commemoration

Anniversaries are often celebrated or commemorated to mark important milestones in people's lives or historical events.

• Example sentence 1: We threw a surprise party to celebrate our parents' 25th wedding anniversaries.
• Example sentence 2: The company organized a grand ceremony to commemorate its 50th anniversary.

Sense 2: Time Interval

Anniversaries can also refer to the time period between two specific dates, usually counted in years.

• Example sentence 1: They met on their first anniversary and have cherished each other for five years since.
• Example sentence 2: The couple plans to travel every year on their wedding anniversaries.

Sense 3: Local Traditions

In some regions, anniversaries hold specific cultural or local significance, often associated with rituals or customs.

• Example sentence 1: During the local festival, they perform traditional dances to celebrate the anniversary of their village's founding.
• Example sentence 2: The city hosts a colorful parade each year on the anniversary of its incorporation.

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