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- 2. A famous horse race held in May, such as the Kentucky Derby, where horses compete for a prestigious prize.
- 8. An outdoor cooking event popular in May, where food is grilled or smoked over an open flame, often enjoyed with friends and family.
- 10. A period of leisure and relaxation, often taken in May as schools and workplaces close for holidays such as Memorial Day.
- 11. A ceremony held in May to mark the completion of a course of study, such as high school or college graduation.
- 12. de Mayo, A Mexican holiday celebrated on May 5th, commemorating the Mexican army's victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla in 1862.
- 13. The astrological sign for those born between April 20th and May 20th, characterized as practical, reliable, and patient.
- 16. The activity of tending and cultivating plants, flowers, and vegetables, which is common in May as people prepare their gardens for the growing season.
- 18. Referring to Mother's Day, a special day in May dedicated to honoring and celebrating mothers and motherhood.
- 19. A traditional Hawaiian feast or party, sometimes held in May, featuring Hawaiian food, music, dance, and entertainment.
- 20. An outdoor meal enjoyed in May, typically in a park or countryside, where people bring food and drinks to share.
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- 1. A beautiful insect with colorful wings, often associated with May due to their prevalence in gardens and parks during the springtime.
- 3. An ancient Roman festival held in May to honor the goddess Flora, celebrating the arrival of spring and the blooming of flowers.
- 4. A day of remembrance, such as Memorial Day in the United States, observed in May to honor and remember those who have died in military service.
- 5. The Japanese word for cherry blossoms, which typically bloom in May and symbolize the beauty and transience of life.
- 6. The warm, bright light from the sun, which becomes more abundant in May as the days grow longer and the weather becomes milder.
- 7. Beautiful flowers that bloom in May, symbolizing love, beauty, and passion.
- 9. A tall pole decorated with ribbons, flowers, and greenery, around which people traditionally dance to celebrate May Day.
- 14. The season between winter and summer, characterized by blooming flowers, warmer temperatures, and longer days, typically in May.
- 15. A small body of matter from outer space that enters the Earth's atmosphere and burns up, often producing a bright streak of light in the sky; meteor showers are common in May.
- 17. An event or celebration held in May, often featuring music, food, performances, and other forms of entertainment.