Definition of reminiscentnext
as in suggestive
provoking a memory or mental association a sparkling winter day that was oddly reminiscent of summer in its cheering sunniness

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Recent Examples of reminiscent Newport, Rhode Island Located on Aquidneck Island in Narragansett Bay, Newport is known for its opulent Gilded Age mansions reminiscent of European palaces, along with its equally stunning ocean views and beaches. Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 29 July 2026 The model is reminiscent of the pharmaceutical industry, in which incumbents — capital-rich but slow-moving — purchase innovation from smaller, more nimble rivals. Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 29 July 2026 Years later, Crowe made another project with Cruise — 2001’s Vanilla Sky — and the actor put on a wig reminiscent of Spector’s hair. Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026 Today, Tskaltubo's grand architecture stands as a testament to its faded glory—the sweeping arcs, decorative motifs, and faded murals all reminiscent of its once poignant beauty. Kieron Marchese, Architectural Digest, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for reminiscent
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  • The screenplay by Rasmus Birch and Kalle makes useful changes on that template, replacing crudely literal-minded aspects with more suggestive ones, paring dialogue to make room for effective visual storytelling.
    Dennis Harvey, Variety, 26 July 2026
  • Philip Marlowe as Chandler’s private eye is a smooth talking, whiskey-drinking character who tosses suggestive suggestions and 38 revolvers around with equal aplomb.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 23 July 2026
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  • Several suitors are keeping a close eye on the situation, with The Athletic revealing last week that Arsenal are exploring a move.
    James McNicholas, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026
  • In practice, that metadata is often more revealing than the content.
    Susie Violet Ward, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
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  • The doors, which are not found in Homer’s poem, are evocative of the screen between priest and penitent in Catholic confession—a setting that Nolan, who was raised Catholic, would be familiar with.
    Luis Parrales, The Atlantic, 26 July 2026
  • Kitty’s strapless purple gown—complete with a sweetheart neckline—is evocative of Diana’s famous purple Victor Edelstein dress, worn famously in 1991 and 1997.
    Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 20 July 2026

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“Reminiscent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reminiscent. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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