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[mem-uh-ree] / ˈmɛm ə ri /




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Martin described Gen Z as one of the first generations in recent memory to come of age facing markedly tighter economic circumstances.

From Salon Aug. 15, 2026

The effects of machine intelligence are most clearly seen in the prices of computer chips, memory products, servers and so forth.

From MarketWatch Aug. 15, 2026

California’s most severe measles epidemic in recent memory occurred between 1988 and 1990 — an era before health officials recommended children receive a second dose of the measles vaccine.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 15, 2026

She said the person who donated the ring had not only helped the charity but "they have made a wonderful memory for us."

From BBC Aug. 15, 2026

Immediately, the description of the puffin nation’s most notorious enemy, as handed down from one puffin generation to the next, flooded Major Puff’s memory.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el

We often compare Gen Z’s present to older generations’ memories instead of their reality.

From Salon Aug. 15, 2026

Rather than carefully comparing the advantages and disadvantages of every available option, people may rely on memories of what they chose previously.

From Science Daily Aug. 13, 2026

"In the tsunami we lost everything, all my childhood memories, toys and photos were gone."

From BBC Aug. 13, 2026

Reaction was quick, sad and peppered with family memories.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 12, 2026

Smiling from the memories, I open my eyes and look around once more.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler




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