memory lane

noun

Definition of memory lane

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

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Click the image below to increase its size and take a stroll down memory lane. — Brad Chacos, PCWorld, "AMD celebrates its 50th anniversary with blinged-out Ryzen 7 2700X and Radeon VII Gold Editions," 29 Apr. 2019 According to videos taken during the performance, the Jonas Brothers played a combination of old and new hits, taking the crowd on a pretty nostalgic trip down memory lane. — De Elizabeth, Teen Vogue, "Jonas Brothers Perform Surprise Concert at Champs Sports Grill," 6 Apr. 2019 While for Rihanna this may have just been a fun walk (dance?) down memory lane, for the rest of us this was a major moment in music history. — Emily Wang, Teen Vogue, "Rihanna Dances to Her Song 2005 Song "Pon de Replay" on Instagram Stories," 25 Apr. 2018 For many, a return to the former Four Seasons restaurant is nostalgic; a walk down memory lane deliciously recounted in Tina Brown’s The Vanity Fair Diaries. — Zachary Schwartz, Vogue, "The Fine Print: Polkadots, Stripes, and More at the Art Production Fund’s Gala," 13 Mar. 2019 One of my friends, who fell in love with Germany on a recent trip, strolled down memory lane with the Andechs Helles ($8 for ½ liter), a German lager served in a stein. — Michael Bauer, San Francisco Chronicle, "Wursthall in San Mateo at its best with beer & brat," 18 May 2018 Principal Justin FitzGerald and his staff committee have been having a great time strolling down memory lane for the entire community to ponder, reminisce and enjoy. — Chris Folks, Laurel Leader, "Stay in the know with your community association [West Laurel]," 17 May 2018 The 86-year-old actress, who starred in the original 1961 film, swung by PEOPLE TV’s newest series Couch Surfing to stroll down memory lane and watch some of her notable performances. — Dave Quinn, PEOPLE.com, "Which West Side Story Scene Took Rita Moreno 25 Tries and Left Her Costar 'Hurt Forever'?," 8 Feb. 2018 Get yours dipped in chocolate for the ultimate trip down memory lane. — Ac Shilton, Outside Online, "The Best Ice Cream in the U.S.," 5 July 2018

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