noun
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BAD : On Christmas Day we always make a big party.
GOOD : On Christmas Day we always have a big party.
BAD : Next Saturday we're celebrating a small party at John's house.
GOOD : Next Saturday we're having a small party at John's house.
BAD : The party was being made at a friend's house.
GOOD : The party was being held at a friend's house.
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have/hold/throw a party (NOT make/celebrate ): 'Let's have a party and invite all our friends.'
celebrate Christmas, the New Year, someone's birthday, retirement, promotion, etc: 'Next month we're having a party to celebrate our sixth wedding anniversary.'
A party is held somewhere (NOT made/celebrated ): 'Where is the garden party being held?' See Language Panel at DO
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See TAKE PART 5