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Remembrance

Definition

(formal) A feeling of respect or gratitude towards a person or event, often expressed through ceremonies, rituals, or memorials. Typically collocates with 'day', 'service', 'ceremony', or 'statue'.

Example Sentences

1The nation observed a moment of silence on Remembrance Day to honour the fallen soldiers.
2Is it possible to separate historical remembrance from nationalistic sentiment, or are they inextricably linked?
3The university held a remembrance service for the late professor, who had taught there for over three decades.
4Do not confuse historical remembrance with nostalgia; the former seeks to understand, while the latter romanticises.
5There is a delicate balance between preserving cultural remembrance and embracing progress, especially in rapidly changing societies.

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