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
And so consider the first reminder above.
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Jay Caspian Kang, New Yorker, 7 Nov. 2025
My Angel’s Smile stands as a reminder that heritage can be honored one gathering, one story, and one generation at a time.
—Essence, 7 Nov. 2025
Now Republicans see Tuesday’s ballot-box repudiation of the GOP as a reminder that voters respond primarily to the cost of living.
—Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Each episode is a feast for the eyes and a reminder of why gingerbread is such a holiday favorite.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
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Jay Caspian Kang, New Yorker, 7 Nov. 2025
My Angel’s Smile stands as a reminder that heritage can be honored one gathering, one story, and one generation at a time.
—Essence, 7 Nov. 2025
Now Republicans see Tuesday’s ballot-box repudiation of the GOP as a reminder that voters respond primarily to the cost of living.
—Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Each episode is a feast for the eyes and a reminder of why gingerbread is such a holiday favorite.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reminder
Noun
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Shortly before the rally, the American Legion and the Palisades LTRG held a separate memorial at the corner of Sunset Boulevard and Swarthmore Avenue.—
David Wilson,
Daily News,
7 Jan. 2026
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Some have praised the government for investing in synagogue restoration, Holocaust memorials and Jewish cultural life, as well as for maintaining close diplomatic ties with Israel.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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For most fans, bringing home a souvenir from a live sporting event is one of the most exciting things to experience.—
Josh Taylor,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Souvenir pin and midway wristband For those looking to go to the Stock Show more than once, a souvenir pin or midway wristband may be the way to go.—
Brayden Garcia
January 8,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Jan. 2026
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The Elvis Tribute Spectacular' Fans can enjoy an era-by-era tribute concert, celebrating the music of the larger-than-life King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley.—
Caroline Ritzie,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Jan. 2026
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Jones often pays tribute to Kristy on social media.—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Reminder.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reminder. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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