in/within living memory
idiom
: during a time that can be remembered by people who are still alive
These events occurred within living memory.
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Al-Aswad is the greatest mheibes player in living memory, and his fame among Iraqis extends beyond the game.
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Jason Anthony, The Atlantic, 14 June 2025
Further Viewing Key Background As Election Day draws nearer, the race between Trump and Harris is among the closest in living memory.
—Joe Walsh, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
Another issue will be healing a nation that feels as polarized as at any time in living memory.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 4 June 2025
The stakes were high — glory for the winners and a dreadful season at least ends with a very notable trophy and a Champions League place, ignominy for the losers; a worst season in living memory, no solace, no silver lining, just humiliation.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 22 May 2025
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Jason Anthony, The Atlantic, 14 June 2025
Further Viewing Key Background As Election Day draws nearer, the race between Trump and Harris is among the closest in living memory.
—Joe Walsh, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
Another issue will be healing a nation that feels as polarized as at any time in living memory.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 4 June 2025
The stakes were high — glory for the winners and a dreadful season at least ends with a very notable trophy and a Champions League place, ignominy for the losers; a worst season in living memory, no solace, no silver lining, just humiliation.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 22 May 2025
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“In/within living memory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%2Fwithin%20living%20memory. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.
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