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. 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 See All Example Sentences for reminder
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Noun
  • 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
  • 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
  • Memorabilia, souvenirs, and keepsakes take us back in time.
    Margot Singer July 9, Literary Hub, 9 July 2025
  • Members volunteered at the ticket table, concessions, and souvenir table..
    Pomerado News, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2025
Noun
  • Despite its departure from standard Superman imagery, Smallville consistently paid tribute to earlier adaptations.
    Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 11 July 2025
  • 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 15 Jul. 2025.

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