as in memorial
something that serves to keep alive the memory of a person or event
the peach tree in our front yard is a living reminder of my late grandfather, who owned an orchard
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Recent Examples of reminder
On the first day of the ESSENCE Film Festival, the lights dimmed and the stories lit up—each one a reminder of the beauty, complexity, and brilliance of Black life on screen.
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Shelby Stewart, Essence, 6 July 2025
But, in a reminder of the still-tenuous pitching depth the Dodgers have relied on for much of this first half, long man Justin Wrobleski came back down to earth in a five-run, 4 ⅔-inning outing thereafter, sending the team to a defeat that clinched a series loss to the Astros.
—Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2025
Gilded chandeliers are twisted beyond recognition, a reminder of both the tremendous violence of the sinking, which tore the ship’s steel hull like paper, and the immense pressure bearing down at such depths.
—Jordan Runtagh, People.com, 6 July 2025
Ream’s words served as an important reminder of a common theme from Saturday’s press conference, which featured five U.S. players as well as coach Mauricio Pochettino.
—Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 6 July 2025
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Shelby Stewart, Essence, 6 July 2025
But, in a reminder of the still-tenuous pitching depth the Dodgers have relied on for much of this first half, long man Justin Wrobleski came back down to earth in a five-run, 4 ⅔-inning outing thereafter, sending the team to a defeat that clinched a series loss to the Astros.
—Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2025
Gilded chandeliers are twisted beyond recognition, a reminder of both the tremendous violence of the sinking, which tore the ship’s steel hull like paper, and the immense pressure bearing down at such depths.
—Jordan Runtagh, People.com, 6 July 2025
Ream’s words served as an important reminder of a common theme from Saturday’s press conference, which featured five U.S. players as well as coach Mauricio Pochettino.
—Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 6 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reminder
Noun
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If the Post Office name cannot be changed, advocates for the Archie Moore memorial would likely seek a name change of the Ramona Community Library operated by the county of San Diego, Summers said.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 July 2025
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Prince William placed a bouquet on the memorial and joined the survivors and the families of the victims after the ceremony at a private reception.—
Simon Perry,
People.com,
7 July 2025
Noun
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Memorabilia, souvenirs, and keepsakes take us back in time.—
Margot Singer
July 9,
Literary Hub,
9 July 2025
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Members volunteered at the ticket table, concessions, and souvenir table..—
Pomerado News,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 July 2025
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Despite its departure from standard Superman imagery, Smallville consistently paid tribute to earlier adaptations.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
11 July 2025
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Before the music began, Watanabe paid tribute to Minnesota Orchestra viola player Ken Freed, who died on June 29 while running in a sprint triathlon.—
Sheila Regan,
Twin Cities,
11 July 2025
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“Reminder.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reminder. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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