as in reminder
something that serves to keep alive the memory of a person or event
kept a seashell as a memento of their first meeting, which happened to be at the beach
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Recent Examples of memento
But don’t let the Sinatra mementos like a baby grand piano distract you too much: Up-to-date touches are sprinkled throughout, such as high-end Viking appliances in the kitchen.
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Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 24 Apr. 2025
They can’t be kept, but the caddie of the winning golfer can send a letter to tournament organizers requesting it and the jumpsuit will then be sent to them as a memento of the win, according to The Masters official website.
—Larry Holder, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025
Not far from it are mementos from men who fought more recently in places like Afghanistan and Iraq during the Global War on Terror.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Mar. 2025
Discover our favorite spaces that combine weathered patinas, nostalgic style, and meaningful mementos with timeless color schemes.
—Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Mar. 2025
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Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 24 Apr. 2025
They can’t be kept, but the caddie of the winning golfer can send a letter to tournament organizers requesting it and the jumpsuit will then be sent to them as a memento of the win, according to The Masters official website.
—Larry Holder, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025
Not far from it are mementos from men who fought more recently in places like Afghanistan and Iraq during the Global War on Terror.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Mar. 2025
Discover our favorite spaces that combine weathered patinas, nostalgic style, and meaningful mementos with timeless color schemes.
—Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for memento
Noun
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Stay organized: Use calendars, planners, or reminder apps to help manage memory problems or mental fatigue.—
Brandi Jones,
Health,
20 May 2025
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So many nostalgic nods pulled on my heartstrings, from the return of the Paint the Night after-dark parade at Disneyland Park with reminders of the Main Street Electrical Parade to the new World of Color Happiness!—
Rachel Chang,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2025
Noun
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The memorial is expected to be unveiled in 2026, marking what would have been the late Queen’s centenary.—
Rosa Rahimi,
CNN Money,
9 May 2025
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On May 7, the Queen Elizabeth Memorial Committee and the Cabinet Office revealed the five potential design concepts for the Queen Elizabeth II national memorial via a public online exhibition.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
7 May 2025
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Listen to this article 2 min A New York Yankees fan had the opportunity to go home with an awesome souvenir, but the goodness of his heart got to him.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
7 May 2025
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Tickets were priced at $45 per person and included a business passport checklist, goodie bags, souvenirs and entry into a raffle.—
Kaitlin Mikrut,
Chicago Tribune,
6 May 2025
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“Memento.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/memento. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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