Thesaurus results for KEEPSAKE

keepsake

noun

ˈkēp-ˌsāk

Definition of keepsake

as in reminder

something that serves to keep alive the memory of a person or event saved the tassel from her mortarboard as a keepsake of her high school graduation

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Recent Examples of keepsake For a family member, an obit represents an imprimatur, validation by association, a keepsake that maintains their heritage and, perhaps for a generation, prevents their own legacy from vanishing like a walnut in the batter of eternity. — Sam Roberts, Longreads, 11 Aug. 2026 Whether searching for a special keepsake or a standout addition to collection, every find comes with a unique story. — Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 The romantic gesture set off a trend and from around 1790 to 1830, miniature artists began to house these tiny eyes in jewels as precious keepsakes. — Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026 Makie Yahagi, who opened the minimalist, serene store in Soho 27 years ago, offers clothes that are not only beautiful and well made, but are pieces worthy of a keepsake box. — New York Times, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for keepsake

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Taking the jury back in time Each day of the trial has required explanations for how the world was different in 1996, a reminder for the older jurors and a remedial education for the younger ones.

— Andy Rose, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
The story of how the major knee injury derailed his career is a reminder of how quickly things can change in the NFL and how short the shelf life of even the most gifted running back can be.

— Devon Henderson, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of reminder

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One had to crane one’s neck (almost impossibly) to get a glimpse of the maquette which Brancusi made for the lintel of the Kiss gate (1935–37)—part of his war memorial in Târgu Jiu, Romania.

— Ara H. Merjian, ARTnews.com, 16 Aug. 2026
The plan includes moving the 3,000-pound bronze bust of Kennedy that has long greeted visitors at the main building to the Reach, allowing the board to meet the legal requirement that the center remain a memorial to the late president.

— News Desk, Artforum, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of memorial

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Bleacherites were bracing for the descending ball as a souvenir when the wind blew the ball back into the field of play, where Billy Williams caught it for the out.

— Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026
The initiative transformed pins from simple souvenirs into coveted collectibles and helped foster a global community of traders and collectors.

— Danielle Broadway, USA Today, 19 Aug. 2026

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