hearkening

Example Sentences

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After 130 years, the Louis Vuitton monogram still carries weight, hearkening back to an era of remarkable craftsmanship.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

What I find fascinating today, too, is the Gen Z is also hearkening back to the past with a more fluid life where these labels and binaries didn't exist.

From Salon • Sep. 6, 2024

Unfortunately, when we’re taught that there are only eight planets and these planets reign in their orbits, we’re hearkening back to the old geocentric concept.

From National Geographic • Feb. 16, 2024

Antiques are perfect for Thanksgiving, McCormick said, hearkening to the history of the holiday.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 15, 2023

Remember how gloriously Jesus is served by the angels that excel in strength, that do His commandments, hearkening to the voice of His word.

From The Expositor's Bible: The First Book of Samuel by Blaikie, William Garden