memorize
verb
mem·o·rize
ˈme-mə-ˌrīz 
memorized; memorizing
: to commit to memory : learn by heart
actors memorizing their lines
memorizer
noun
Examples of memorize in a Sentence
an actress memorizing her lines
everyone has to memorize a poem for next week's class
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When trying to learn something new, keep a careful eye on your sources to avoid accidentally memorizing false information.
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Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2026
The basic rules require a decent amount of time to memorize before anyone can make their first moves, a hurdle that has stopped plenty of people from ever trying the game.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 26 Feb. 2026
Why memorize facts, write code, research anything—when a model can do it in seconds?
—Sam Kriss, Harpers Magazine, 24 Feb. 2026
Instructions not to study up spared him from reading briefing books or memorizing security protocols.
—Will Weissert, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
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Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2026
The basic rules require a decent amount of time to memorize before anyone can make their first moves, a hurdle that has stopped plenty of people from ever trying the game.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 26 Feb. 2026
Why memorize facts, write code, research anything—when a model can do it in seconds?
—Sam Kriss, Harpers Magazine, 24 Feb. 2026
Instructions not to study up spared him from reading briefing books or memorizing security protocols.
—Will Weissert, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for memorize
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“Memorize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/memorize. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
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