REMINDING Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

reminding

verb

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 This spring Nolan has been first at bat promotionally, his TV presenters reminding us of the seven Oscars and billion-dollar grosses on Oppenheimer. —

Peter Bart, Deadline, 22 May 2026 Ahead of the holiday, officials are reminding those heading to the waterways to practice safe habits, in particular wearing life jackets. —

Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026 As warmer weather brings more time outdoors, the Kane County Health Department is reminding residents to protect themselves against mosquitoes and ticks, which can carry diseases such as West Nile virus and Lyme disease. —

Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2026 They’re just dug in deep, looking for a place to lay their heads, reminding H, however tender or frightening their language, not to fear the dark. —

Sara Holdren, Vulture, 20 May 2026 The overall effect is pleasantly unsettling, reminding us of all the many ways people might be watching. —

Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 20 May 2026 Well, as Yoda was so fond of reminding Obi-Wan Kenobi, there is another hope. —

Richard Edwards, Space.com, 19 May 2026 Gijon believes in being age-appropriately honest with her students, explaining that some days can be more challenging than others and reminding them that teachers are human too. —

Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026 Marc makes an example of the penitent, powerless Jeanne, reminding the rest of his flock of the punishment for apostasy and using her rough time among the heathens as proof of why none under his control should ever want to trade his order for such modern sin and depravity. —

Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 15 May 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for reminding

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That might look like remembering the name of a tenant’s dog, checking in on how a vendor’s week is going or finding ways to motivate your staff without micromanaging them.

— Alex Vasquez, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Here is a sampling of Memorial Day events on Monday, May 25, in the Los Angeles area honoring and remembering the men and women who died during active service in the United States armed forces and deceased veterans who served at any time.

— Holly Andres, Daily News, 20 May 2026