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as in tombstones
a shaped stone laid over or erected near a grave and usually bearing an inscription to identify and preserve the memory of the deceased
the Quakers disapproved of monuments, regarding them as idolatrous, so thousands of Nantucketers spend their eternal rest in complete anonymity
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as in reminders
something that serves to keep alive the memory of a person or event
a moving monument to the great war and a tribute to the untold millions who died in it
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Recent Examples of monuments
For travelers interested in exploring more than just free-entry parks, the National Park Service maintains a database of other sites, monuments, and memorials that don’t require a fee.
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Opheli Garcia Lawler, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
Its distinctive architecture is especially interesting; an unexpected juxtaposition of awe-inspiring Roman monuments and the charming skyline of a former imperial town.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Jan. 2026
The 40-story insurance building high-rise in downtown Chicago was one of his proud monuments to his success.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026
Expeditions are led by local Egyptologists, taking travelers to iconic spots like the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx and monuments rarely open to the public.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 2 Jan. 2026
Constructed using stones weighing up to 10 tons and aligned with cardinal directions, the monuments suggest advanced spatial planning and possible astronomical knowledge.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 31 Dec. 2025
The ceremony featured a dazzling light and music show outside the museum, with massive screens displaying Egypt's ancient monuments.
—Ayat Al-Tawy, ABC News, 2 Nov. 2025
The functional centerpiece is a six-story staircase, which leads museumgoers past stone monuments and pharaonic statues arranged in reverse chronological order.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 31 Oct. 2025
At the museum’s center sits the six-story Grand Staircase with a view of the pyramids and an atrium containing monuments, pharaonic statues and sarcophagi.
—Charlene Gubash, NBC news, 30 Oct. 2025
Opheli Garcia Lawler, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
Its distinctive architecture is especially interesting; an unexpected juxtaposition of awe-inspiring Roman monuments and the charming skyline of a former imperial town.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Jan. 2026
The 40-story insurance building high-rise in downtown Chicago was one of his proud monuments to his success.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026
Expeditions are led by local Egyptologists, taking travelers to iconic spots like the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx and monuments rarely open to the public.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 2 Jan. 2026
Constructed using stones weighing up to 10 tons and aligned with cardinal directions, the monuments suggest advanced spatial planning and possible astronomical knowledge.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 31 Dec. 2025
The ceremony featured a dazzling light and music show outside the museum, with massive screens displaying Egypt's ancient monuments.
—Ayat Al-Tawy, ABC News, 2 Nov. 2025
The functional centerpiece is a six-story staircase, which leads museumgoers past stone monuments and pharaonic statues arranged in reverse chronological order.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 31 Oct. 2025
At the museum’s center sits the six-story Grand Staircase with a view of the pyramids and an atrium containing monuments, pharaonic statues and sarcophagi.
—Charlene Gubash, NBC news, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for monuments
Noun
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After days of cleaning graves and decorating tombstones, the graveyard is awash in color and flickering candles.—
Rocío Muñoz-Ledo,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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Other shipments containing cauldron, skeleton, or tombstones in the product description are up.—
Lori Ann LaRocco,
CNBC,
27 Oct. 2025
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Both are faithful tributes and stunning reminders of the simple beauty and deep history of each brand.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
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Everything from financial systems and relationships to our physical bodies could send subtle (or not-so-subtle) reminders that change is overdue.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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In some areas, the roads were paved, while away from civilization they were topped with a layer of small stones.—
Taylor Nicioli,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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What was your response to Theresa saying that those in glass houses shouldn’t throw stones after reading parts of your book?—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
5 Nov. 2025
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In the weeks afterwards, a flurry of fundraisers, memorials and an emotional funeral service were held.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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While open-air memorials will generally remain open to visitors, according to the National Park Service’s September funding report, indoor attractions such as visitor centers and exhibits remain closed, due in part to low staffing levels.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
2 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The historic downtown is full of antique mining relics and quirky businesses.—
Jen Murphy,
Outside,
7 Jan. 2026
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The square Edelman and fellow students dug in, after determining the spot might yield interesting relics, did produce tiles, pieces of ceramic and more.—
Helen I. Bennett,
Hartford Courant,
5 Jan. 2026
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“Monuments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/monuments. Accessed 8 Jan. 2026.
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