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Recent Examples of flashback
Early action scenes are told in strangely oblique ways, with gunfire erupting off-screen (but little carnage shown) or else via abrupt cuts, filled in later by ultra-violent flashbacks.
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Peter Debruge, Variety, 24 Apr. 2025
After each family member emotionally said goodbye, Dan sat on the sofa as flashbacks played of the family over the years.
—Stephanie Wenger, People.com, 24 Apr. 2025
Viewers will likely see flashbacks of Joel with Ellie in the five-year time jump between Seasons 1 and 2.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
Ahsoka is forced to confront a force ghost version of Anakin, as well as flashbacks of her younger self fighting alongside her former master during the Clone Wars.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Apr. 2025
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Peter Debruge, Variety, 24 Apr. 2025
After each family member emotionally said goodbye, Dan sat on the sofa as flashbacks played of the family over the years.
—Stephanie Wenger, People.com, 24 Apr. 2025
Viewers will likely see flashbacks of Joel with Ellie in the five-year time jump between Seasons 1 and 2.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
Ahsoka is forced to confront a force ghost version of Anakin, as well as flashbacks of her younger self fighting alongside her former master during the Clone Wars.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flashback
Noun
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By Struth’s recollection — recounted in his autobiography, My Moves — a shocked Zorc asked to call him back a few minutes later.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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To her recollection, tension began in their relationship when the younger sister got engaged before her older sister.—
Rachel Flynn,
People.com,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Cage does go all in, but remains in control and never fully succumbs to overdone theatrics as in the recent past.—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
1 May 2025
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After her dad reveals his role in their family’s tragic past, Lina looks to her time traveling community for advice on how to reckon with her devastation.—
Shannon Carlin,
Time,
1 May 2025
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In a similar vein, the name Pius would evoke memories of Pius XII, whose role during World War II has been increasingly criticized, Temple added.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
4 May 2025
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The album, which is set to feature dozens of tracks, will likely become not just the biggest debut in recent memory, but by the time 2025 wraps, it could very well be named the most successful release of the year.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
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There were also reminiscences from some of the people who were closest to Jones, including his two of his first cousins, Terry Connolly and Tracy Connley Johnson.—
Derrick Bryson Taylor,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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Even Rolex’s first new family in over a decade, the Oyster Perpetual Land Dweller, is a reminiscence of the Oysterquartz of 1977, explained Kristian Haagen, founder of TimeGeeks.—
Stéphane JG Girod,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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For a touch of yesteryear in your kitchen, Smeg appliances hold a special place in our retro-loving hearts.—
Sarah Madaus,
Architectural Digest,
21 Mar. 2025
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Browse According to Category: Berkshires Hotels | Private Homes City: Richmond, Massachusetts Set upon a 20-acre bucolic hillside property, this restored Georgian-Federalist residence transports you to yesteryear—to 1792 to be exact.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Architectural Digest,
5 Mar. 2025
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The recall was issued because of a labeling error, as certain bottles may contain undeclared allergens, including peanut, sesame, soy and wheat, the company said.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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The recall is linked to manufacturing defects with the connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
1 May 2025
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The pair, with lots of history, answer questions like dance partners rarely out of step.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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Emilie Raymond is a professor of history at Virginia Commonwealth University.—
Made by History,
Time,
30 Apr. 2025
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His journey is a reminder that sometimes the most deserving companions just need someone willing to look past the bars.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Apr. 2025
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True Engagement At Work Starts With Curiosity The latest Gallup numbers are a reminder that employees want to feel challenged, supported, and connected to something that matters.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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“Flashback.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flashback. Accessed 10 May. 2025.
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