in memory of
idiom
: made or done to honor someone who has died
The monument is in memory of the soldiers who died in battle on this field.
He donated the painting in memory of his wife.
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Participating students may audition for up to four $750 scholarships and the $1,500 Caneva Scholarship, named in memory of long-time CCCB Director Don Caneva.
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News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Apr. 2025
Community members have organized memorial events and public marches in memory of the teen.
—Jenna Sundel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
On April 8, Hannah Campbell — who gave birth to Elliana Rose in May 2024 — shared a TikTok video in memory of her daughter, who died the night before.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2025
Remain vigilant in our name, and in memory of us; recognize when human rights, women’s rights, children’s rights and minority rights are being violated.
—Stephanie Liechtenstein, Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2025
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News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Apr. 2025
Community members have organized memorial events and public marches in memory of the teen.
—Jenna Sundel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
On April 8, Hannah Campbell — who gave birth to Elliana Rose in May 2024 — shared a TikTok video in memory of her daughter, who died the night before.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2025
Remain vigilant in our name, and in memory of us; recognize when human rights, women’s rights, children’s rights and minority rights are being violated.
—Stephanie Liechtenstein, Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for in memory of
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“In memory of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20memory%20of. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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