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reminds

v.
A2 Elementary US //ɹiˈmaɪndz// UK //ɹɪmˈaɪndz// re·minds

v. to make you think of something or someone from the past. You use this when a person, place, or thing brings a memory back to your mind.

v. to cause someone to remember or think of a person, place, or thing. Transitive; requires a direct object representing the person whose memory is triggered.


SIMPLE

This song always reminds me of my childhood.

CONTEXTUAL

The smell of fresh bread reminds her of her grandmother's kitchen on Sunday mornings.

COMPLEX

The architecture of the new library reminds many residents of the old town hall that was demolished decades ago, sparking a sense of local nostalgia.

Synonyms
Usage

The verb is transitive and typically takes the preposition 'of' before the memory being recalled.

Pitfall

He reminds me about my father.He reminds me of my father.Use 'remind of' for similarities or memories; use 'remind about' for tasks or obligations.

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