| During Diwali, celebrants wear new clothing and colourful, traditional dress. |
| Moreover, there was a significant turn away from religious weddings to marriages performed by civil celebrants. |
| During this time, thousands of glittering costumed celebrants revel and dance through the streets in a festive mood. |
| Many former celebrants of the music have become detractors in the face of its hypercommercialization and transracial acceptance. |
| Thirdly, marriage celebrants are not required to perform civil union ceremonies. |
| A hoarse yell broke forth from some of the celebrants, a sign that her words were taking effect. |