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reminiscent

[rem-uh-nis-uhnt] / ˌrɛm əˈnɪs ənt /


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Two traps that Soto set up outside his home — vertical, clear cylinders reminiscent of a hummingbird feeder — were filled with dead flies within days, he said.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 23, 2026

Nick Smith, who runs the Ludoquist board game cafe and bar in Croydon, London, said Burnham's announcement was reminiscent of "the trauma of Covid days".

From BBC Jul. 23, 2026

Lores has since announced an ambitious turnaround plan for PayPal that includes reorganizing its business lines and slashing at least $1.5 billion in costs—moves reminiscent of the playbook he has deployed in his previous roles.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 19, 2026

This, of course, is reminiscent of a similar glitch that nearly destroyed The Beef in “Review,” the critically acclaimed first-season oner that made the show a summertime must-watch.

From Salon Jun. 28, 2026

She ran a hand through her hair, in an exasperated gesture reminiscent of her brother.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt




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