sentimental reason

Frequency: 6.53.2 per million words

a reason for doing or keeping something that is based on emotions and personal memories rather than logic or practical value

sentimentalADJECTIVE + NOUN

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reason

Examples (10)

  • She kept the old teddy bear for sentimental reasons.
  • His decision to visit his hometown was purely for sentimental reasons.
  • Despite its broken screen, he wouldn't part with the phone for sentimental reasons.
  • There's no logical explanation, just sentimental reasons behind her choice.
  • Many people collect old photographs for sentimental reasons.
  • The old house held no practical value, but he bought it for sentimental reasons.
  • She chose that particular song for the wedding, citing sentimental reasons.
  • Leaving the city was difficult for him, mainly for sentimental reasons.
  • Are you sure you want to keep this antique? Or is it for sentimental reasons?
  • His attachment to the old car was based on sentimental reasons, not its performance.