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 For travelers hoping to move a vehicle during those popular periods, the pattern is a reminder to build some flexibility into their plans rather than assume a specific pickup date will always be available. — Nia Bowers, Ascend Agency, 13 Aug. 2026 All this serves as a reminder that programming for or about women is still spoken of in terms that would almost never be used for men. — Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 13 Aug. 2026 Every bad decision will be a reminder that his rookie season was uneven for a reason. — Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 13 Aug. 2026 Arriving in Iceland is always a bracing reminder of the power of Mother Nature. — Mosha Lundström Halbert, Vogue, 13 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reminder
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reminder
  1. memorial
  2. souvenir
  3. tribute
  4. commemorative
Noun
  • Now, the state attorney general says the city must pay a fine or face a lawsuit for violating a state law protecting Confederate monuments and other longstanding memorials.
    — Riley Bunch, AJC.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Kennedy attended a private memorial but did not make a public appearance or statement during his visit.
    — Christopher Harris, CBS News, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of memorial
Noun
  • The novelty vending machines mold souvenir sculptures — a train car, a gorilla, a bust of Abraham Lincoln — in under a minute, filling a two-sided mold with hot plastic, then hollowing it out with compressed air.
    — Juliet Bennett Rylah, Los Angeles Times, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Your ticket also comes with a commemorative souvenir glass plus access to a variety of new offerings, including a petting zoo, photo booth, games and more.
    — Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of souvenir
Noun
  • So much so that updates about them often came in the form of birthday tributes from both Coigney and Mark.
    — Giovana Gelhoren, InStyle, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The track’s tribute was among the highlights of a homecoming weekend for Hamlin, who grew up about 20 minutes from the track.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 15 Aug. 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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