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as in relic
a tiny often physical indication of something lost or vanished
a few strange words carved on a tree were the only vestige of the lost colony of Roanoke
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Recent Examples of vestige
Our main point is that the instant amplification of these acts, often with inaccurate context, implies that vestiges of the Klan are roaming Chicago streets.
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The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2026
Detractors might write this off as the epitome of millennial cringe but for a new generation, the peplum is just waiting to be embraced as yet another vestige of the era that feels fresh again.
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Diana Tsui,
Footwear News,
15 June 2026
One represents a positive exception to a recent national trend, the other a vestige of a long-standing practice now ripe for retirement.
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Mitch Daniels,
Washington Post,
15 June 2026
Lottery-ticket pitching prospect Bello is the last vestige the Red Sox have from the deal.
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Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
15 June 2026
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The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2026
Detractors might write this off as the epitome of millennial cringe but for a new generation, the peplum is just waiting to be embraced as yet another vestige of the era that feels fresh again.
—
Diana Tsui,
Footwear News,
15 June 2026
One represents a positive exception to a recent national trend, the other a vestige of a long-standing practice now ripe for retirement.
—
Mitch Daniels,
Washington Post,
15 June 2026
Lottery-ticket pitching prospect Bello is the last vestige the Red Sox have from the deal.
—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
15 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for vestige
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vestige
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Here, Malvazija Istarska is usually dry, mineral, and distinctly Adriatic — not a relic of sweetness.
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Those collectible objects are presented side by side with theatrical relics, historical artifacts, and items collected by Bob during his travels.
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Even a young Prince George is already following the family's footsteps as an emerging tennis enthusiast, proving that Wimbledon season is very much a family affair.
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His family initially thought the tiny pup might follow in the footsteps of his famous namesake, Cristiano Ronaldo, by scoring goals.
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Chalky lotions have morphed into invisible gels; heavy, greasy layers now blend away without a trace.
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The roots of the restaurant trace even earlier than 1910 to Harold's great-great uncle, Uncle Joe, smoking meat in a ground pit.
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Part of Exemplar’s plan to focus more on luxury involves shrinking its footprint, going from around 170 stores last year to just 49 now.
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These include rolled or folded leaf blades, a dark or blue tinge to the foliage, or lingering footprints after walking on the lawn.
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In addition to remnants of textile production, the Søften dig turned up silver scraps, coins and pearls that testify to trade and economic activity in the region.
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In what is now the desert Southwest, Velarde was born among the remnants of the Spanish empire and lived under the flags of Mexico and Texas; briefly, the Confederacy, though his family opposed it; and finally, under the stars and stripes of the United States of America.
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“Vestige.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vestige. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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