reminding

present participle of remind
as in remembering
to make (someone) think about something again She'll forget to call the doctor if you don't remind her. Remind me to buy some groceries after work. I constantly have to be reminded how to pronounce her name. I had to remind him that we were supposed to leave early.

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Recent Examples of reminding Across more than 400,000 acres, water, fire, peat and time continue to shape an intact wetland, reminding us that conservation is about protecting the natural systems that sustain life itself. Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 27 July 2026 But whether nestled in lush forests or barren deserts, these towns bear the scars of time, showcasing human ingenuity while reminding us of the inevitability of decay. Kieron Marchese, Architectural Digest, 27 July 2026 Lepore’s recent writing on the Constitution has reframed public discussions surrounding the nation’s 250th anniversary by reminding readers that the framers expected the Constitution to be amended rather than preserved in amber. Literary Hub, 23 July 2026 Beauty consumers are often obsessed with products layered on top of skin, Lauvée and Cirino are reminding us that healthy skin is dynamic. Tanya Akim, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026 Fifteen minutes later Shatner was standing in her driveway, reminding her of her resilience. Melody Chiu, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026 Scout’s long, brown hair flowed down her back—reminding us of her mom’s signature locks. Hannah Malach, InStyle, 21 July 2026 Winning games for the Vikings — and reminding the NFL of Kevin O’Connell’s head-coaching ability with quarterbacks — would rewire the conversation about Murray and set him up for a massive free-agent deal next spring. The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 20 July 2026 The bulk of that has been this summer, when her campaign focused on reminding voters about her of her record and middle-class upbringing. Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 19 July 2026
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  • Many autistic individuals have a harder time remembering faces and recognizing facial emotions than their neurotypical counterparts.
    Isabella Backman, Hartford Courant, 25 July 2026
  • This is worth remembering with a deeper look into the EU’s fine top of mind.
    John Tamny, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
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  • Ford Motor Company is recalling over 387,000 vehicles due to a potential issue with the seats that could increase the risk of an injury.
    Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 20 July 2026
  • According to Grassley, the FBI’s stated reason for recalling the report was concern that its contents would contradict then-FBI Director Christopher Wray’s congressional testimony.
    Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 19 July 2026

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