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- 5. Air or helium-filled decorations for festivities.
- 8. A party to mark a special occasion.
- 11. Customs and practices passed down through generations that enhance the festive spirit of a holiday.
- 13. Last night before the new year.
- 14. Goals made for the upcoming year.
- 16. A toast to good fortune.
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- 1. The process of starting fresh with the new year.
- 2. A gesture of affection shared at midnight.
- 3. Final seconds leading to midnight.
- 4. A feeling of joy often associated with celebrations.
- 6. Those you celebrate the new year with.
- 7. Colorful paper pieces thrown in celebration.
- 9. Month known for fresh starts.
- 10. The heart of New Year festivities in New York.
- 12. Out with the old, in with the ___.
- 15. Happy New ____!