remaining vestige

Frequency: 4.00.6 per million words

Highlights that some trace still exists from a larger whole that has gone.

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Examples (10)

  • The old ruins were the only remaining vestige of a once-great civilization.
  • Despite the fire, a remaining vestige of the ancient library's walls still stood.
  • She clung to the last remaining vestige of hope that he would return.
  • Even after decades, a remaining vestige of the old dialect can be heard in rural areas.
  • The artist tried to capture the remaining vestige of beauty in the decaying building.
  • He felt a remaining vestige of guilt for his past actions, even after forgiveness.
  • The small, isolated community represents a remaining vestige of traditional life.
  • With the closure of the factory, the town lost its last remaining vestige of industrial heritage.
  • Is there any remaining vestige of the original structure left after the renovation?
  • The faint scent of roses was the only remaining vestige of her presence in the room.