as in remembers
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 reminds
The assassination attempt at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner reminds us once again how violent the political arena, and society at large, have become.
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Andrew Cuomo, New York Daily News, 2 May 2026
Enter James Madison transfer Alonza Barnett III, a savvy, dangerous dual-threat quarterback who reminds Milton of himself — then and now.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 May 2026
Delicate lace trim, like the detailing on this Amazon style that reminds us of Pfeiffer’s top, instantly adds polish to anything from jeans and trousers to skirts.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
Bamboo is already known for being breathable, but these have a particular airiness and smooth feel that reminds me of my favorite silk button-down shirt.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, Jayson Stark reminds us that Mattingly has dug out of a hole like this before.
—Levi Weaver, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2026
This Keeliya wrap skirt reminds me of the popular, splurge-worthy brand Farm Rio (a Revolve shopper favorite).
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 30 Apr. 2026
The mob reminds me of American stories from Mississippi, my home.
—Kiese Laymon, Vanity Fair, 30 Apr. 2026
Nice little Rogen dig here that reminds me of This Is the End poking fun at The Green Hornet.
—Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 29 Apr. 2026
Andrew Cuomo, New York Daily News, 2 May 2026
Enter James Madison transfer Alonza Barnett III, a savvy, dangerous dual-threat quarterback who reminds Milton of himself — then and now.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 May 2026
Delicate lace trim, like the detailing on this Amazon style that reminds us of Pfeiffer’s top, instantly adds polish to anything from jeans and trousers to skirts.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
Bamboo is already known for being breathable, but these have a particular airiness and smooth feel that reminds me of my favorite silk button-down shirt.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, Jayson Stark reminds us that Mattingly has dug out of a hole like this before.
—Levi Weaver, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2026
This Keeliya wrap skirt reminds me of the popular, splurge-worthy brand Farm Rio (a Revolve shopper favorite).
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 30 Apr. 2026
The mob reminds me of American stories from Mississippi, my home.
—Kiese Laymon, Vanity Fair, 30 Apr. 2026
Nice little Rogen dig here that reminds me of This Is the End poking fun at The Green Hornet.
—Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 29 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reminds
Verb
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In scenes where Yura remembers her childhood and its connection to the beast, the animation takes on a gauzier, more primitive style that matches the film’s more cosmic, oceanic themes.—
Beatrice Loayza,
Variety,
1 May 2026
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Rockwell remembers learning how to make a phone call during the early Idol seasons, when finalists had dedicated call-in numbers, and still prefers casting votes through more traditional avenues, like texting.—
Philiana Ng,
Rolling Stone,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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His journey recalls the charm of days gone by, where the love of the game was its glue.—
Bomani Jones,
Vanity Fair,
29 Apr. 2026
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There are currently two recalls being issued for the 2026 Kia Carnival and an additional for the hybrid version.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Reminds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reminds. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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