brought to mind

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Further, the juxtaposition of the idealized Norman Rockwellesque holiday feast brought to mind by the image’s Christmas decor and the reality of the restaurant’s affordable but less heartfelt meal introduces a melancholy air.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025

Jorgensen's try and Australia’s wild celebrations brought to mind Matt Giteau racing in when the Wallabies sent England spiralling out of their own home World Cup on this stage nine years ago.

From BBC • Nov. 9, 2024

That brought to mind how small companies can start from very humble beginnings.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 1, 2023

She brought to mind Elizabeth Barrett Browning, and a "cultivated circle" of Americans and Brits who had lived in Florence in the Victorian Era.

From Salon • May 28, 2023

Still, I brought to mind what I’d seen: the cigar box, the letters.

From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool