remembrances

plural of remembrance
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as in memories
a particular act or instance of recalling or the thing remembered a happy couple with many fond remembrances of when they were dating in college

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as in reminders
something that serves to keep alive the memory of a person or event she gave her boyfriend on the eve of his military service one of her lockets as a remembrance of their abiding affection

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Recent Examples of remembrances Shania Twain, Eminem, Jack White, Kacey Musgraves, and Carlile’s bandmates in the Highwomen — Maren Morris, Brandi Carlile, and Natalie Hemby — have all posted remembrances. Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 26 Aug. 2026 But the alliance held annual vigils in Hong Kong to keep memories alive across the border until authorities banned the public remembrances during the pandemic, citing risks to public health. ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026 Some stories say that Collier broke his rifle over the bear’s head while trying to protect the dogs, but his own remembrances sometimes leave that out. Paul Schullery, Outdoor Life, 13 Aug. 2026 Roney received many tributes and remembrances after his death including a comment made by Pete William posted on the NCSU Swimming and Diving Facebook page. Chip Alexander, Charlotte Observer, 11 Aug. 2026 Elsewhere online, more personal remembrances poured in, a mix of grief over her loss and gratitude for her gifts. Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 28 July 2026 Caught between two opposing cultures, drawing on a cache of letters, documents, and remembrances, Ferrer meticulously recounts the travails of one migrant family and a punitive legal system that dogged them, skewering ideals of equity and fairness. Hamilton Cain, Time, 7 July 2026 His life was celebrated in admiring headlines and remembrances that noted his continuous exploration of the possibilities of his art form. Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 16 June 2026 This year, instead of traveling to Orlando for the annual Pulse remembrances, the family chose a different way to honor him. Ted Scouten, CBS News, 13 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for remembrances
Noun
  • Since the shooting, former teammates, coaches and others have been texting his father to share heartbreaking memories.
    Holly Ramer, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Today, the award-winning reserve is run by travel operator &Beyond, whose dual-sided dedication to environmental conservation and luxury experience create spectacular memories.
    Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Use notification reminders to receive alerts when the robot starts or completes a task, or when an error occurs.
    John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Many of these recipes will be reminders of recipes served after long summer days at the beach or the lake.
    Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 25 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Remarkably, after more than a 40-year interval, Tursi was able to track down one of the hostage takers to get his recollections of that fateful day.
    Matthew Carey, Deadline, 22 Aug. 2026
  • In their latest filing, the prosecutors maintain the teen's recollections of the abuse first surfaced during a high school dream.
    John Lynch, Arkansas Online, 21 Aug. 2026
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  • Given its themes of comfort, it is often read or performed at funerals and memorials and has been set to music and referenced in many hymns.
    Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 Aug. 2026
  • As the sun rises in Nashville, fan tributes and memorials continue to grow in the area for the late Dolly Parton.
    Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026

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“Remembrances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/remembrances. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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