anamneses

noun

plural of anamnesis
as in memories
a particular act or instance of recalling or the thing remembered an extended, highly fruitful anamnesis that was triggered by the simple act of biting into a madeleine

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  1. memories
  2. recollections
Noun
  • Since the shooting, former teammates, coaches and others have been texting his father to share heartbreaking memories.
    — Holly Ramer, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Today, the award-winning reserve is run by travel operator &Beyond, whose dual-sided dedication to environmental conservation and luxury experience create spectacular memories.
    — Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of memories
Noun
  • Remarkably, after more than a 40-year interval, Tursi was able to track down one of the hostage takers to get his recollections of that fateful day.
    — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 22 Aug. 2026
  • In their latest filing, the prosecutors maintain the teen's recollections of the abuse first surfaced during a high school dream.
    — John Lynch, Arkansas Online, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of recollections
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