1
as in remembers
to bring back to mind
I don't recall meeting you before
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2
as in cancels
to put an end to (something planned or previously agreed to)
I'll recall my purchase order if the company refuses to guarantee that it'll arrive before Christmas
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1
as in memories
a particular act or instance of recalling or the thing remembered
his recall of the events of that turbulent time is significantly different from the accounts of other eyewitnesses
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2
as in cancellations
the act of putting an end to something planned or previously agreed to
we can't get a refund on the plane tickets, so the trip is beyond recall
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Recent Examples of recalls
Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 15 Apr. 2026
The teenager recalls harrowing abuse.
—Emmanuel Akinwotu, NPR, 15 Apr. 2026
The controversy over the Somali Pavilion loosely recalls others that have embroiled African nations represented at the Biennale.
—Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
More than anything, in the halo headpieces that are her signature accessory, Mary recalls a medieval religious icon, the Holy Virgin as fictional diva, touching down on stages in major markets to be adored by seas of light-waving supplicants.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 14 Apr. 2026
Paired here with a pale-green Aventurine dial, the effect immediately recalls the Stella dials of the 1970s, but the overall effect is less saturated.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 14 Apr. 2026
In the docuseries, Fatone recalls just how dire things became.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
There’s an intoxicating dreaminess to the imagery that recalls the early films, but with a sharper focus on the menace Collins has always infused in her work.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 13 Apr. 2026
Xi made his point in 2017 by showing the Trumps around the Forbidden City, whose tranquil grandeur recalls an age when the emperors, like him, controlled the army and the state.
—Michael Sheridan, Vanity Fair, 8 Apr. 2026
Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026
While none of those five recalls have yet made it to ballot, organizers in Sand Springs hope to be an exception.
—Bracey Harris, NBC news, 25 Mar. 2026
Forwards Jarrod Bowen and Dominic Solanke, of West Ham United and Tottenham Hotspur, have earned recalls.
—David Ornstein, New York Times, 20 Mar. 2026
The recalls cover 849,310 Broncos and Edges as well as 889,950 Escapes, Corsairs, Aviators and Explorers.
—CBS News, 8 Mar. 2026
The recalls cover 849,310 Broncos and Edges as well as 889,950 Escapes, Corsairs, Aviators and Explorers.
—ABC News, 7 Mar. 2026
Here's what to know about the recalls in Oklahoma.
—Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 5 Mar. 2026
Arguably Jeep is the Kleenex of off-road vehicles, but the brand’s traditionally rugged reputation has been mired in a mountain of issues ranging from poor reliability, massive recalls, strategic confusion, and more.
—Joel Feder, The Drive, 25 Feb. 2026
The decision was supposed to provide clarity for businesses that have spent the last year surfing the waves of tariff announcements and subsequent recalls.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 24 Feb. 2026
Verb
In her interviews, Kardashian recalls her experience which included taking care of him after his overdose and even calling off their divorce proceedings amid his recovery.
—Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 15 Apr. 2026
The teenager recalls harrowing abuse.
—Emmanuel Akinwotu, NPR, 15 Apr. 2026
The controversy over the Somali Pavilion loosely recalls others that have embroiled African nations represented at the Biennale.
—Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
More than anything, in the halo headpieces that are her signature accessory, Mary recalls a medieval religious icon, the Holy Virgin as fictional diva, touching down on stages in major markets to be adored by seas of light-waving supplicants.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 14 Apr. 2026
Paired here with a pale-green Aventurine dial, the effect immediately recalls the Stella dials of the 1970s, but the overall effect is less saturated.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 14 Apr. 2026
In the docuseries, Fatone recalls just how dire things became.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
There’s an intoxicating dreaminess to the imagery that recalls the early films, but with a sharper focus on the menace Collins has always infused in her work.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 13 Apr. 2026
Xi made his point in 2017 by showing the Trumps around the Forbidden City, whose tranquil grandeur recalls an age when the emperors, like him, controlled the army and the state.
—Michael Sheridan, Vanity Fair, 8 Apr. 2026
Noun
The recalls affect a wide range of everyday items commonly found in homes, from infant sleep products and adult bed rails to toys, power strips, grills, and outdoor equipment.
—Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026
While none of those five recalls have yet made it to ballot, organizers in Sand Springs hope to be an exception.
—Bracey Harris, NBC news, 25 Mar. 2026
Forwards Jarrod Bowen and Dominic Solanke, of West Ham United and Tottenham Hotspur, have earned recalls.
—David Ornstein, New York Times, 20 Mar. 2026
The recalls cover 849,310 Broncos and Edges as well as 889,950 Escapes, Corsairs, Aviators and Explorers.
—CBS News, 8 Mar. 2026
The recalls cover 849,310 Broncos and Edges as well as 889,950 Escapes, Corsairs, Aviators and Explorers.
—ABC News, 7 Mar. 2026
Here's what to know about the recalls in Oklahoma.
—Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 5 Mar. 2026
Arguably Jeep is the Kleenex of off-road vehicles, but the brand’s traditionally rugged reputation has been mired in a mountain of issues ranging from poor reliability, massive recalls, strategic confusion, and more.
—Joel Feder, The Drive, 25 Feb. 2026
The decision was supposed to provide clarity for businesses that have spent the last year surfing the waves of tariff announcements and subsequent recalls.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 24 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recalls
Verb
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But for anyone who remembers the 2004 film adaptation of Nicholas Sparks’ 1996 novel, the musical’s new ending doesn’t pack the same emotional punch that left Broadway audiences in tears.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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Vanessa Butera, now San Jose’s acting division manager for homelessness response, remembers the misery that day.—
Grant Stringer,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Rain cancels the event, which is open to ages 8 and older.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Apr. 2026
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The budget cancels more than $15 billion from the Biden-era bipartisan infrastructure law, including funds for renewable energy projects and cuts to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration grants.—
LISA MASCARO,
Arkansas Online,
4 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The Catskill Game Farm was America’s first ever private zoo, fostering beloved childhood memories for a generation before falling into disrepair and closing in 2006.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
16 Apr. 2026
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Matisse sometimes accompanies his tableaus with brief, stream-of-consciousness writings which document his memories, creative philosophies and advice to younger artists.—
Hannah Edgar,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Astrophysics and planetary science each face 10 cancellations, according to the analysis.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
9 Apr. 2026
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Keep track of all new series orders, renewals and cancellations at the networks with THR’s broadcast scorecard for 2026.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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But what happens when a poet abandons this essential tool?—
Patrick Dundon,
JSTOR Daily,
9 Apr. 2026
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The group quickly abandons the car, leaving the infant alone with at least one of the car doors open for an hour.—
Conor Wight,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The documentary is already stirring up buzz due to Odom’s recent comments refuting some of the details and recollections from his ex-wife Khloé Kardashian.—
Yvonne Villarreal,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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While some recollections may vary, they are taken very seriously and will be addressed by the family privately.—
Emma Banks,
InStyle,
7 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In agreeing to hear the pair of cases, the justices did not disturb the lower court rulings that blocked the repeals for now.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Mar. 2026
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The trash and parking fee repeals might be uniquely attractive to a broad swath of San Diegans in a way that may not translate to competitive bidding changes or even pension reform.—
Michael Smolens,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Jamie requests an audience with the families and revokes their letters of banishment.—
Lincee Ray,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Apr. 2026
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If a court revokes citizenship on those grounds, the person could become subject to removal proceedings.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Recalls.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recalls. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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