"Commence" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
To commence means to start or begin something. It can also mean to set in motion or undertake.
Commemorations refer to events, ceremonies, or observances that are held to honor, celebrate, or mark the anniversary of a significant event, person, or thing, such as the signing of a treaty, the death of a notable figure, or the anniversary of a military battle. The term often connotes a sense of reverence, respect, or nostalgia for the occasion being commemorated.