as in to learn
to commit to memory
everyone has to memorize a poem for next week's class
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To move the plot forward, the (human) player, first asked to read the libretto and memorize it, has to fill in the gaps of the lyrics as Celes/Maria gets onstage using a multiple-choice interface.
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Angelica Frey, JSTOR Daily, 21 Jan. 2025
Many memorize portions of Abraham Lincoln's first or second inaugural addresses, delivered from a stage built on the steps of the U.S. Capitol's East Front steps.
—Ron Elving, NPR, 18 Jan. 2025
Acknowledging James’ versatility, Minter encouraged the safety to not just memorize his position in a play but also to interpret concepts while understanding his position could vary within the same call.
—Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2025
Immediately, Pam dialed the Norwegian emergency line, which the group had memorized.
—Bridget Read, Curbed, 18 Dec. 2024
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Angelica Frey, JSTOR Daily, 21 Jan. 2025
Many memorize portions of Abraham Lincoln's first or second inaugural addresses, delivered from a stage built on the steps of the U.S. Capitol's East Front steps.
—Ron Elving, NPR, 18 Jan. 2025
Acknowledging James’ versatility, Minter encouraged the safety to not just memorize his position in a play but also to interpret concepts while understanding his position could vary within the same call.
—Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2025
Immediately, Pam dialed the Norwegian emergency line, which the group had memorized.
—Bridget Read, Curbed, 18 Dec. 2024
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