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as in memento
a lingering indication of something from the past
The spelling of "trough" is an artifact of the way it was originally pronounced.
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Recent Examples of artifact
Consequently, the museum’s collection comprises artifacts excavated by British authorities from across the Mandate territory.
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Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 5 June 2026
The project's architectural firm, Hamilton Anderson, is working to selectively salvage key historic artifacts of the building such as the bell from the tower and other unique architectural features.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 4 June 2026
The museum displays campaign memorabilia and presidential artifacts, while its campus showcases a new community basketball court, public library and playground.
—ABC News, 4 June 2026
The museum's exhibits include artifacts from Obama's early life and time in office.
—Tamara Keith, NPR, 4 June 2026
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Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 5 June 2026
The project's architectural firm, Hamilton Anderson, is working to selectively salvage key historic artifacts of the building such as the bell from the tower and other unique architectural features.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 4 June 2026
The museum displays campaign memorabilia and presidential artifacts, while its campus showcases a new community basketball court, public library and playground.
—ABC News, 4 June 2026
The museum's exhibits include artifacts from Obama's early life and time in office.
—Tamara Keith, NPR, 4 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for artifact
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In a new study published in PLOS, researchers analyzed 161 fossils with a new rapid and non-destructive protocol, based on stimulating the bone remains with an external energy source, called luminescence.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
6 June 2026
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Previously, a microraptor fossil was found with the bones of a bird inside of its rib cage.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
4 June 2026
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While tossing old mementos into a fireplace, Long catches on fire in a wild slapstick sequence.—
Rolling Stone,
Rolling Stone,
1 June 2026
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Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes, chief executive Billy Hogan and fellow Anfield legends Sir Kenny Dalglish and Ian Rush conducted the post-match presentations as Salah and Robertson were each given their own ‘Champions Wall’ memento, which showcases the club’s array of silverware.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
24 May 2026
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Police and fire rescue experts say this is also serves a reminder to always wear personal flotation devices in and around rivers, creeks, ditches and lakes.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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The distant rumble of the Central line is a reminder that the real world lurks outside this cosseted haven.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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Otherwise, there's The Captain Daniel Packer Inne, a relic kept intact since 1756 with seafood dishes that match its coastal atmosphere.—
Kira Turnbull,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2026
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Other public recognitions and relics of Kahanamoku’s story exist around Orange County.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
3 June 2026
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Loud crowds, bad lighting, wind noise, echo-heavy rooms or chaotic backstage areas can make content feel unprofessional no matter how good the conversation itself is.—
King Holder,
Rolling Stone,
4 June 2026
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The Sweet Spot Between Design and Fragrances Olfactory Signals’ echo is resonating further afield among design-native brands.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
4 June 2026
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That trailing effect isn’t a smear on its own, but their blades also leave afterimages, duplicate smears, along their path through space.—
Eric Vilas-Boas,
Vulture,
19 Aug. 2025
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But her teachers at the school left important afterimages.—
Gia Kourlas,
New York Times,
24 Mar. 2025
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Red Dress Day is an annual day of remembrance that is held on May 5.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
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For Johnson's family, the ceremony served as both a moment of remembrance and reflection.—
Chelsea Jones,
CBS News,
26 May 2026
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Yi’s studio is filled with the remnants of her works.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
29 May 2026
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There are several Star City tourism companies that offer packages to take an excursion to Moscow or have an extended stay in this strange remnant of another age.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
27 May 2026
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“Artifact.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/artifact. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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