reminder

noun

ri-ˈmīn-dər How to pronounce reminder (audio)
Definition of remindernext
as in memorial
something that serves to keep alive the memory of a person or event the peach tree in our front yard is a living reminder of my late grandfather, who owned an orchard

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Recent Examples of reminder All of which was the prologue to Wednesday’s reminder of something else yet that’s special about Mahomes. — Kansas City Star, 29 Oct. 2026 The incident, while unlikely to herald a more widespread outbreak, is a potent reminder of the potential for pathogens to jump from animals to humans—with deadly consequences. — Sahas Mehra, Scientific American, 28 Oct. 2026 Within two days, Flowers recalled, Jain and Ketkar had loaded the reminder bot with her scripts. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2026 Throughout his catalog are reminders of Vince’s subdued and pointed wit. — Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 28 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reminder
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reminder
  1. memorial
  2. souvenir
  3. tribute
  4. commemorative
Noun
  • And unlike last year when Vucic was in power, Sunday's anniversary memorial was broadcast by state RTS television, following resignations among officials at the TV station in the post-election week.
    — MARKO DROBNJAKOVIC, Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Meanwhile, one man is facing charges for allegedly spray-painting over victims' names at the 9/11 memorial.
    — Kelsie Cairns , Bradford Betz, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of memorial
Noun
  • The town of Moab is just over 25 miles away and is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat, browse the boutiques for Utah souvenirs, or stop for a sweet treat.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Oct. 2026
  • There are enough puns on signs and souvenirs to exhaust a middle schooler.
    — Harry Bruinius, Christian Science Monitor, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of souvenir
Noun
  • Derek Jeter, also part of the Fox studio team, paid brief tribute to Uecker after the video.
    — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 29 Oct. 2026
  • For The Times) Onwuachi’s tribute to the origins of jerk chicken unfolds over five days.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of tribute
Noun
  • 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
Definition of commemorative

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“Reminder.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reminder. Accessed 4 Nov. 2026.

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