mementos

variants or mementoes
plural of memento
as in reminders
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 mementos There were few mementos of the movie-star years. Joy Williams, Harpers Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025 All of these items are unique—mementos of lives and events long past—and are kept in the library archive until somebody requests to see them. Literary Hub, 20 Oct. 2025 By the time he was brought in, Assouline and Nike had already begun compiling and photographing some of the numerous mementos from the life and career of Jordan that serve as the backbone of the book, many of which have never been seen. Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2025 Rather than mourning, the holiday is about honoring, remembering and joyfully welcoming back the dead with offerings of their favorite foods, drinks, music and personal mementos. Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 6 Oct. 2025 Perfect for showcasing small art pieces and mementos in the living room, fine china in the dining room, or books in a home office, the classic geometric cupboard compliments the decor inside of it. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Oct. 2025 Some of Gilreath’s favorite mementos in the museum are from DeGarmo & Key’s Eddie DeGarmo. Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 3 Oct. 2025 Furniture and personal mementos became art and part of the experience, discovering new things to capture the eye in each room. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 1 Oct. 2025 After the tight end popped the question, a source told PEOPLE that Donna has already begun saving mementos from this era. Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mementos
Noun
  • There are occasional reminders that the Mafia lingers.
    Preston Fore, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2025
  • The glasses can also show drivers turn-by-turn directions, hazards and reminders via display that overlays information in their field of view.
    Annie Palmer, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • What kind of modern and interactive souvenirs could align with Como’s mission?
    Molly Guthrey, Twin Cities, 25 Oct. 2025
  • Appealing to consumers searching for a piece of history, the store has gained a following of visitors hunting for unique souvenirs, designers on inspiration trips and local eccentrics.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 24 Oct. 2025

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