flashback

noun

Definition of flashbacknext
1
as in recollection

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as in past

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Recent Examples of flashback Her part involves a small scene in a flashback but required her to learn how to roller-skate. — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 22 June 2026 The root of Jessie’s trauma, abandonment by Emliy, is established via flashback almost immediately in the latest film. — Barry Levitt, Time, 19 June 2026 Horror veteran Ti West (MaXXXine) helmed the flashback episode about the island’s history while Andrew DeYoung (Friendship, The Chair Company) riffed on the comedic chapter where Tom accidentally takes psychedelic mushrooms. — Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 18 June 2026 Tell me about like bringing him into that with the flashback episode. — Glenn Garner, Deadline, 17 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for flashback
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flashback
  1. recollection
  2. past
  3. memory
  4. yesteryear
  5. reminiscence
  6. history
  7. recall
  8. reminder
Noun
  • With the memoir now out in the world, LaPlaca’s recollection of the relationship is available for one and all to read — and Weber has a lot to say about it.
    — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 8 July 2026
  • Taken together, my trip recollections probably qualify me as living proof of Elliott’s traveler’s amnesia theory.
    — Alex Pulaski, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
Definition of recollection
Noun
  • Subscribe to the free Vintage Chicago Tribune newsletter, join our Chicagoland history Facebook group, stay current with Today in Chicago History and follow us on Instagram for more from Chicago’s past.
    — Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
  • Some of the town’s earliest inhabitants are buried at the cemetery, giving a glimpse into the state’s colonial past.
    — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2026
Definition of past
Noun
  • Inspired by the Alps of northern Italy, each of the six scents captures a moment, place or object from founder Ermenegildo Zegna’s life, preserving memory through fragrance.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
  • Plus, America is one of the host countries, and that means that a lot of the crowd are just locals like me, trying to create memories with their kids but not too deeply invested in supporting the players on the pitch.
    — Jay Caspian Kang, New Yorker, 7 July 2026
Definition of memory
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  • Non-manufacturing teams are spending more time in the plants than ever, and executive visits happen more regularly over the big, scripted affairs of yesteryears.
    — Breana Noble, Chicago Tribune, 25 June 2026
  • These are not the Bermuda shorts of yesteryear—they’re roomier, tailored, and much more chic.
    — Erika Reals, InStyle, 23 June 2026
Definition of yesteryear
Noun
  • Ironically, this reminiscence preceded my viewing of Remarkably Bright Creatures, the recent Netflix release that seeks to inaugurate a new, regrettable phase in Field’s five-decade-long movie career.
    — Peter Tonguette, The Washington Examiner, 30 May 2026
  • Aiding him in all this robust reminiscence is his co-producer on all the tracks and co-writer on about half of them, Andrew Watt, classic rock’s biggest modern cheerleader.
    — Chris Willman, Variety, 23 May 2026
Definition of reminiscence
Noun
  • Four years later in the World Cup quarterfinal against England, Diego Maradona scored two of the most famous goals in the history of the sport.
    — Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 12 July 2026
  • For only the fourth time in the country’s history, England advances to the World Cup semifinals.
    — Andrew Greif, NBC news, 12 July 2026
Definition of history
Noun
  • Speaker Yuri Bohlen congratulated Edmondson for replacing a council member who resigned amid recall efforts.
    — Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 July 2026
  • Tangible mailers, high-end lookbooks or tactile packaging inserts humanize the brand, drive insane recall and make the digital experience unforgettable.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of recall
Noun
  • Fan Fest officials were warning about overheating earlier in the day and issuing reminders about hydrating, which will continue to be important as fans move to Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium.
    — The Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 12 July 2026
  • But the lawsuit is also a gigantic reminder that Apple is under major pressure from AI in general.
    — Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 11 July 2026
Definition of reminder

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