as in reminders
something that serves to keep alive the memory of a person or event
kept their love letters as souvenirs of their courtship
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Recent Examples of souvenirs
Connor showed me one other market, one that was a bit calmer, and pointed me to the best shops to get all my souvenirs.
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Taylor McIntyre, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
Did these souvenirs seem counterfeit to her, awful reminders of her long imprisonment in the wrong body?
—James Marcus, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
What kind of modern and interactive souvenirs could align with Como’s mission?
—Molly Guthrey, Twin Cities, 25 Oct. 2025
Appealing to consumers searching for a piece of history, the store has gained a following of visitors hunting for unique souvenirs, designers on inspiration trips and local eccentrics.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 24 Oct. 2025
Rug retailer Loloi, a Magnolia partner, will be offering their products at a booth this year; even Chip and Jo’s Hotel 1928 will get in on the action with a booth full of souvenirs.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2025
Buc-ee's is beloved for their cheap gas, clean bathrooms, endless souvenirs, and—a personal favorite—a wide array of frozen drink flavors.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2025
Growing up, Cannon would often find Comfort Colors apparel when looking for souvenirs during family trips.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 19 Oct. 2025
Stopping to pose for pictures with traditional souvenirs, the pair were among a group of sumo wrestlers who visited most of London's touristic landmarks, including Buckingham Palace and Westminster with its iconic Big Ben.
—Elmira Aliieva, NBC news, 16 Oct. 2025
Taylor McIntyre, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
Did these souvenirs seem counterfeit to her, awful reminders of her long imprisonment in the wrong body?
—James Marcus, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
What kind of modern and interactive souvenirs could align with Como’s mission?
—Molly Guthrey, Twin Cities, 25 Oct. 2025
Appealing to consumers searching for a piece of history, the store has gained a following of visitors hunting for unique souvenirs, designers on inspiration trips and local eccentrics.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 24 Oct. 2025
Rug retailer Loloi, a Magnolia partner, will be offering their products at a booth this year; even Chip and Jo’s Hotel 1928 will get in on the action with a booth full of souvenirs.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2025
Buc-ee's is beloved for their cheap gas, clean bathrooms, endless souvenirs, and—a personal favorite—a wide array of frozen drink flavors.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2025
Growing up, Cannon would often find Comfort Colors apparel when looking for souvenirs during family trips.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 19 Oct. 2025
Stopping to pose for pictures with traditional souvenirs, the pair were among a group of sumo wrestlers who visited most of London's touristic landmarks, including Buckingham Palace and Westminster with its iconic Big Ben.
—Elmira Aliieva, NBC news, 16 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for souvenirs
Noun
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Both are faithful tributes and stunning reminders of the simple beauty and deep history of each brand.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
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Everything from financial systems and relationships to our physical bodies could send subtle (or not-so-subtle) reminders that change is overdue.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Their jaws dropped at the troves of historic artifacts and country music relics laid out before them.—
Laura L. Davis,
Nashville Tennessean,
10 Nov. 2025
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Explore the relics of the neighborhood that raised the brothers who penned and composed the Black National Anthem, or celebrate the preservation of African heritage at the annual Gullah Geechee Festival.—
Essence,
Essence,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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In the weeks afterwards, a flurry of fundraisers, memorials and an emotional funeral service were held.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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While open-air memorials will generally remain open to visitors, according to the National Park Service’s September funding report, indoor attractions such as visitor centers and exhibits remain closed, due in part to low staffing levels.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
2 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Carefully maintained but not updated much in recent years, the prewar apartment looks almost frozen in time with the Oscar-winning pair’s furniture, art, and mementos still on display.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
3 Nov. 2025
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Added to the trauma of grief and sudden eviction under threat of reprisal, Adelaida has to endure seeing the sacred mementos of her mother’s life trashed by the thuggish new squatters.—
Jessica Kiang,
Variety,
31 Oct. 2025
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“Souvenirs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/souvenirs. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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