memory lane

noun

: an imaginary path through the nostalgically remembered past
usually used in such phrases as a walk down memory lane

Examples of memory lane in a Sentence

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And so an overnight train ride that puts Jay among the common folk becomes the venue for a head trip down memory lane, complete with Trafalmadorian flashbacks that taunt the movie star by denying him another take. David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 28 Aug. 2025 Following their jaunt down memory lane, the conversation pivots to the nature of entertainment. Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 27 Aug. 2025 Degrassi fans are getting the ultimate walk down memory lane thanks to a new documentary diving deep into the show. Mekishana Pierre, EW.com, 27 Aug. 2025 In honor of its 38th anniversary, take a trip down memory lane and check in with where the cast of Dirty Dancing is today. Lydia Price, People.com, 22 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for memory lane

Word History

First Known Use

1903, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of memory lane was in 1903

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“Memory lane.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/memory%20lane. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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