stir up memory

Frequency: 6.26.0 per million words

to make someone remember something, often from the distant past

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Examples (10)

  • The old photograph stirred up a memory of her childhood.
  • Hearing that song always stirs up fond memories of my college days.
  • His visit stirred up a lot of old memories for the family.
  • The smell of freshly baked bread stirred up a powerful memory of his grandmother's kitchen.
  • Sometimes, a simple word can stir up a forgotten memory.
  • The documentary stirred up painful memories of the war for many veterans.
  • She tried not to let the conversation stir up too many sad memories.
  • These old letters stir up vivid memories of our youth.
  • He hoped his speech would stir up positive memories among the alumni.
  • The aroma of coffee stirred up distant memories of her first trip abroad.