as in reminder
something that serves to keep alive the memory of a person or event
kept a seashell as a memento of their first meeting, which happened to be at the beach
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Recent Examples of memento
Companies also now offer services to get rid of a divorcee’s old wedding mementos and any other unwanted mementos in a ceremonial way.
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Chris Lau, CNN, 19 Sep. 2024
Some of the most iconic mementos from Westeros are up for grabs.
—Anthony Robledo, USA TODAY, 10 Sep. 2024
The book can in turn be a coffee table-ready memento of those adventures.
—David Bloom, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
Finn Wolfhard is eyeing a few mementos to commemorate his many years spent working on Stranger Things.
—Staff Author, EW.com, 14 Oct. 2024
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Chris Lau, CNN, 19 Sep. 2024
Some of the most iconic mementos from Westeros are up for grabs.
—Anthony Robledo, USA TODAY, 10 Sep. 2024
The book can in turn be a coffee table-ready memento of those adventures.
—David Bloom, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
Finn Wolfhard is eyeing a few mementos to commemorate his many years spent working on Stranger Things.
—Staff Author, EW.com, 14 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for memento
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At a time when our planetary problems can seem insurmountable, this trip was a welcome reminder that the universe is vast and full of wonder beyond my imagination.Jessica Hullinger, theweek, 27 Nov. 2024
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In many cases, product news and reviews sites are the only reminder that some cameras ever existed.Brendan Nystedt, WIRED, 27 Nov. 2024
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Officials from Baltimore County unveiled a new memorial Tuesday in honor of those who died from COVID-19.Lori Rampani, Baltimore Sun, 27 Nov. 2024
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The memorial will include benches, a tile wall made up of tiles created by the community, plaques for the victims and sculptures, according to the city.Hope Karnopp, Journal Sentinel, 21 Nov. 2024
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Away The Luggage Tag Away Away The Luggage Tag $25 $18 Away A luggage tag is one of those things that might seem silly, until your airline loses a bag full of your favorite clothes and souvenirs.Kristin Canning, SELF, 26 Nov. 2024
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Old Town is also a good place to get souvenirs, with there being plenty of gift shops to get some Arizona knickknacks.Alexandra Hardle, The Arizona Republic, 26 Nov. 2024
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“Memento.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/memento. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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