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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
An illustrated and in-depth exhibit companion book supplements the gallery presentation, featuring historical photographs and artifacts from the exhibit.
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Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Until the past 15-20 years, these were considered the oldest artifacts found in the Americas, dated to about 13,000 years ago.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
The Dinsmore Homestead is notable for containing all original artifacts purchased by the family, primarily in Cincinnati and southern Indiana.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
That artifact later became the emblem of Loch Lãt, a local whisky brand involved in the project.
—Matthew Catellier, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
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Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Until the past 15-20 years, these were considered the oldest artifacts found in the Americas, dated to about 13,000 years ago.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
The Dinsmore Homestead is notable for containing all original artifacts purchased by the family, primarily in Cincinnati and southern Indiana.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
That artifact later became the emblem of Loch Lãt, a local whisky brand involved in the project.
—Matthew Catellier, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for artifact
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That likely explains why the impression of the fossil housed at the Senckenberg Natural History Museum in Germany had long been classified as Homoeosaurus maximiliani.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
11 July 2025
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The larger of the two fossils unfortunately didn’t survive its encounter with diggers’ drill bit.—
Andrew Paul Jul 10,
Popular Science,
10 July 2025
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This pooch gets him back to his sort-of batcave, an icy wonderland with all his mementos (like the Titanic) called the Fortress of Solitude (shot in Norway), where the Superman robots will bring him back to life from humiliating defeat.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
8 July 2025
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Some mementoes from these flights, and from the path that Ride — a physicist with a doctorate from Stanford University — took to the launch pad came up for auction last Thursday (June 26) in Los Angeles.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
6 July 2025
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That kind of price movement, driven by sentiment rather than fundamentals, is a reminder of how fragile these narratives can be.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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Evoking a profound sense of nostalgia, the show was a potent reminder of music's enduring power to connect generations.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
7 July 2025
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What Forecast Probability Might Look Like In 2040 By 2040, the familiar single-number percentage forecast may feel like a relic.—
Jim Foerster,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Is this experience a relic or replica of a bygone age?—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
28 June 2025
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Maa also has echoes of Rosemary’s Baby, with feminist undercurrents that might remind you of the Stree franchise, and frames in the climax that closely resemble moments from Shaitaan.—
Anupama Chopra,
HollywoodReporter,
2 July 2025
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On the tenant side, there were echoes of Zohran Mamdani’s call for a rent freeze, which he’s made a pillar of his mayoral campaign.—
Matthew Sedacca,
Curbed,
1 July 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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Fire to create an afterimage of yourself that projects a beam of light in Valorant.—
Mike Stubbs,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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The new partnership stemmed from Diaz and McCartney's remembrance of summer celebrations and their shared commitment to responsible fashion, vegan living, and modern design.—
Moná Thomas,
People.com,
10 July 2025
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The gathering also commemorated the Fourth of July, blending remembrance with community spirit.—
Jessica Tzikas,
Sun Sentinel,
9 July 2025
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Carved into chalk more than 1,600 years ago, the vaulted caverns at Taittinger stretch nearly 60 feet underground, their walls layered with remnants of Roman quarries, medieval crypts and Benedictine abbey foundations.—
Rachel King,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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Start by thoroughly clearing leftover debris, including wood chips and stump remnants, to prevent pest problems and prep for landscaping.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
27 June 2025
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“Artifact.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/artifact. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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