time capsule
noun
1
: a container holding historical records or objects representative of current culture that is deposited (as in a cornerstone) for preservation until discovery by some future age
2
: something resembling a time capsule
sunken vessels are archaeological time capsules—
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It’s filled with apparel, kitchenware, and outdoor-adventure gear, and the merchandise displays are like time capsules.
—Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
Since its discovery in 1999, the near-Earth asteroid Bennu has captivated scientists as a time capsule from the early solar system — and also as a key to possibly understanding the origins of life.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 29 Aug. 2025
The time capsule was meant to be opened centuries after it was stowed away; however, new construction on the children's clinic necessitated the demolition of the wall where it was placed, so the hospital chose to open it now.
—Meredith Kile, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Pictures of the 2016 makeup time capsule found at Bayer’s parents’ house.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Aug. 2025
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Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
Since its discovery in 1999, the near-Earth asteroid Bennu has captivated scientists as a time capsule from the early solar system — and also as a key to possibly understanding the origins of life.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 29 Aug. 2025
The time capsule was meant to be opened centuries after it was stowed away; however, new construction on the children's clinic necessitated the demolition of the wall where it was placed, so the hospital chose to open it now.
—Meredith Kile, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Pictures of the 2016 makeup time capsule found at Bayer’s parents’ house.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for time capsule
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“Time capsule.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/time%20capsule. Accessed 5 Sep. 2025.
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