Thesaurus results for KEEPSAKE

keepsake

noun

ˈkēp-ˌsāk

Definition of keepsake

as in reminder

something that serves to keep alive the memory of a person or event saved the tassel from her mortarboard as a keepsake of her high school graduation

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Recent Examples of keepsake Family Heirlooms Family heirlooms like wedding keepsakes, fine china, and artwork are some of the most difficult items to part ways with. — The Spruce, 11 Aug. 2026 For a family member, an obit represents an imprimatur, validation by association, a keepsake that maintains their heritage and, perhaps for a generation, prevents their own legacy from vanishing like a walnut in the batter of eternity. — Sam Roberts, Longreads, 11 Aug. 2026 Whether searching for a special keepsake or a standout addition to collection, every find comes with a unique story. — Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 The romantic gesture set off a trend and from around 1790 to 1830, miniature artists began to house these tiny eyes in jewels as precious keepsakes. — Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for keepsake

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These separate developments serve as yet another reminder of, with a few notable exceptions, how ubiquitous Turkey’s homegrown drones have become in the Middle East and North Africa region in a relatively short period of time.

— Paul Iddon, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Your stories are a great reminder of what sports teaches high school students about life.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of reminder

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In Ocean Springs, where Nolan lived and first made a name for himself, the focus remained on the high school’s football game unfolding in front of them – no moment of silence, visible memorials, signs, ribbons or public tributes.

— Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026
The president last attended the 9/11 memorial at the World Trade Center site in 2024, when President Joe Biden was also in attendance months before the 2024 presidential election.

— Joey Garrison, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of memorial

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But Dolly stayed on stage, signing autographs, chatting with fans, forever smiling as popping flashcubes signaled someone had snapped another souvenir.

— Michael Collins, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
Fans who order a food item that comes in a basket will receive it in a souvenir stadium bowl that depicts Boise State’s blue turf surrounded by orange bleachers.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 25 Aug. 2026

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