as in souvenir
objects or materials that are collected because they are related to a particular event, person, etc.; things collected as souvenirs
a display of sports memorabilia She collects Beatles memorabilia.
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Recent Examples of memorabilia
Experts vary on how much a piece of memorabilia like that would fetch on the open market.
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Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 27 Feb. 2026
Documents and memorabilia will sit inside individual chambers within the capsule.
—Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 26 Feb. 2026
Ristau herself has a dedicated nostalgia room full of ’90s and 2000s toys, memorabilia, and media in her apartment.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 26 Feb. 2026
As Bob Seger’s star saxophonist for nearly five decades, Reed accumulated a vast trove of musical instruments, rock memorabilia and touring mementos — enough to fill 17 storage units scattered across the country.
—Brian McCollum, Freep.com, 25 Feb. 2026
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Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 27 Feb. 2026
Documents and memorabilia will sit inside individual chambers within the capsule.
—Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 26 Feb. 2026
Ristau herself has a dedicated nostalgia room full of ’90s and 2000s toys, memorabilia, and media in her apartment.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 26 Feb. 2026
As Bob Seger’s star saxophonist for nearly five decades, Reed accumulated a vast trove of musical instruments, rock memorabilia and touring mementos — enough to fill 17 storage units scattered across the country.
—Brian McCollum, Freep.com, 25 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for memorabilia
Noun
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One versatile, wear-with-anything sneaker means more space in your bag for outfits and souvenirs.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Mar. 2026
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The compact pouch unfolds into a surprisingly roomy tote that can handle everything from leftovers and wet ponchos to last-minute Disney souvenirs on the way back to your resort.—
Jacqueline Dole,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The sound of children playing has given way to the rattle of helium balloons clinging to the memorial for 11-year-old QueenEr’Re Reed.—
Cameron Knight,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Mar. 2026
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As the day continued and police barriers were taken down, witnesses, friends and strangers left flowers and candles on a makeshift memorial on Buford’s front step.—
Emiliano Tahui Gómez,
Austin American Statesman,
8 Mar. 2026
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Though the two barely mentioned each other leading up to Liam’s death, Harry posted a poignant tribute to his bandmate.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
6 Mar. 2026
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His death has brought an outpouring of tributes to the civil rights leader and politician who devoted his life to pushing for equality and change.—
Bill Chappell,
NPR,
6 Mar. 2026
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This book is a powerful reminder of the purpose and potential of ritual actions, and what role the arts can serve in our alienated and desacralized times.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
4 Mar. 2026
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In a city driven by speed and innovation, the brief interactions at the checkout counter offer a reminder to slow down to be seen and heard.—
Loureen Ayyoub,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In addition to the Cash App Card Presale, fans who purchase tour merchandise using their Cash App Card will receive a free commemorative Don't Be Dumb album on vinyl featuring an exclusive, limited edition design (while supplies last).—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
20 Jan. 2026
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“Memorabilia.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/memorabilia. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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