One reporter asked whether he planned to stay in New Jersey, while others inquired whether he wanted to return to the Dominican Republic to celebrate with family and friends.

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Vaughters was prepared to go out Wednesday night to celebrate the Giro win with friends.

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Mr Hiles had flown to Laganas with a group of friends to celebrate his forthcoming 19th birthday.

BBC: South East Wales

Mr Hiles had flown to the resort of Laganas with a group of friends to celebrate his forthcoming 19th birthday.

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Friends and family gathered at a Southern California home recently to celebrate King's birthday with backyard concert that featured performances from some of his oldest and dearest friends.

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You owe it to the families who are just dying to hug you right now, and to the friends all around you, itching to celebrate with you.

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This is a time of year when people get together with family and friends to observe Passover and to celebrate Easter.

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In communities and homes from America to southwest Asia, families and friends are coming together to celebrate the hope that comes with renewal.

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Mr Gerrard had been drinking with friends in the early hours of 29 December last year to celebrate Liverpool's 5-1 win over Newcastle United.

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