as in memorial
something that serves to keep alive the memory of a person or event
the peach tree in our front yard is a living reminder of my late grandfather, who owned an orchard
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Recent Examples of reminder
But many of the communities along the way offer reminders that the Mother Road once passed through their town.
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Joe Yogerst, CNN Money, 27 May 2026
As universities grapple with legal uncertainties in the fast-evolving relationship between athletes’ NIL and other economic opportunities and their enrollment and eligibility, the Supreme Court’s review of Joseph’s case is a reminder that the scope of these uncertainties goes way beyond athletes.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 27 May 2026
The system didn’t have a reliable way of tracking which women were due for mammograms and sending them reminders, the OIG’s report said.
—Meg Wingerter, Denver Post, 26 May 2026
Georgia Department of Public Safety officials said the investigation is ongoing and called the incident a painful reminder of the dangers of fleeing law enforcement and making reckless driving decisions.
—Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 26 May 2026
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Joe Yogerst, CNN Money, 27 May 2026
As universities grapple with legal uncertainties in the fast-evolving relationship between athletes’ NIL and other economic opportunities and their enrollment and eligibility, the Supreme Court’s review of Joseph’s case is a reminder that the scope of these uncertainties goes way beyond athletes.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 27 May 2026
The system didn’t have a reliable way of tracking which women were due for mammograms and sending them reminders, the OIG’s report said.
—Meg Wingerter, Denver Post, 26 May 2026
Georgia Department of Public Safety officials said the investigation is ongoing and called the incident a painful reminder of the dangers of fleeing law enforcement and making reckless driving decisions.
—Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 26 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reminder
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Flower spinners in different shades of blue, Noel Rodriguez-Alvarez’s favorite color, rotated Thursday afternoon at a temporary memorial honoring him at Everman Memorial Park.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 May 2026
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The group will walk across the Brooklyn Bridge and continue through Manhattan, making multiple stops at memorials along the way.—
Katie Houlis,
CBS News,
24 May 2026
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The lightweight tote folds easily into luggage yet expands to hold everything from in-flight essentials to unexpected souvenir purchases.—
Mia McManus,
PEOPLE,
25 May 2026
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The Boardwalk is where all of it comes together—stretching past beach entrances, arcades, saltwater taffy shops (the candy originated here in the 1880s), pizza counters, souvenir stores, and tram cars before leading directly into casino floors and hotel lobbies.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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After the news of Canty's murder, her friends and family shared tributes in her honor, celebrating her impact on Atlanta's nightlife.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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Dal Bello made sure to pay tribute to one of his brother Kai’s best friends, Braun Levi, who was killed by an alleged driver under the influence on May 4, 2025, weeks before his high school graduation and months after his family lost their home in the Palisades fire.—
Sam Mulick,
Daily News,
29 May 2026
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In addition to the Cash App Card Presale, fans who purchase tour merchandise using their Cash App Card will receive a free commemorative Don't Be Dumb album on vinyl featuring an exclusive, limited edition design (while supplies last).—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
20 Jan. 2026
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“Reminder.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reminder. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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