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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Chalamet then studied and memorized these beats.
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David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 7 Jan. 2026
Throughout the long journey, South Park has created diehard fans who have practically memorized the entire run of the series.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 7 Jan. 2026
He was also asked to repeat back numbers, complete basic math equations, and memorize a collection of words that were revisited at the end of the test.
—Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Jan. 2026
Learning how to handle yourself in a crowd was a badge of honor, as was memorizing the train schedule and charting the most efficient routes to the station.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026
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David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 7 Jan. 2026
Throughout the long journey, South Park has created diehard fans who have practically memorized the entire run of the series.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 7 Jan. 2026
He was also asked to repeat back numbers, complete basic math equations, and memorize a collection of words that were revisited at the end of the test.
—Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Jan. 2026
Learning how to handle yourself in a crowd was a badge of honor, as was memorizing the train schedule and charting the most efficient routes to the station.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 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 9 Jan. 2026.
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