sentimental
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Take whatever has sentimental value to your new home.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 24, 2026
The sisters’ opposition to the demolition isn’t merely sentimental or mnemonic—a matter of remembrance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 2026
Paul's bike as well as several sentimental items including an irreplaceable ring from Kate's grandmother were stolen in the burglary on 28 August.
From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2026
Now, Zendaya is reportedly taking extraordinary measures to ensure the sentimental garment—which has never been pictured or seen publicly—is carefully preserved for years to come.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 23, 2026
“Honestly,” he would tell them, sour-faced, “it’s not really worth anything at all. I’ll give you what I can, though, as it has sentimental value.”
From "The Graveyard Book" by Neil Gaiman
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