memory lane
noun
: an imaginary path through the nostalgically remembered past
—usually used in such phrases as a walk down memory lane
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Taking one last trip down memory lane?
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USA TODAY, 9 Mar. 2025
But there was a touching air of reflection throughout the night, as well, helped by projections of his classic music videos — a trip down memory lane in and of themselves.
—Matthew J. Palm, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Mar. 2025
Moore’s career can even be used as a guide for a walk down Hollywood memory lane.
—Dan Heching, CNN, 26 Feb. 2025
The immersive experiences offered by VR can also enhance memory function, as nostalgic trips down memory lane stimulate cognitive processes and aid in recall.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 25 Feb. 2025
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USA TODAY, 9 Mar. 2025
But there was a touching air of reflection throughout the night, as well, helped by projections of his classic music videos — a trip down memory lane in and of themselves.
—Matthew J. Palm, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Mar. 2025
Moore’s career can even be used as a guide for a walk down Hollywood memory lane.
—Dan Heching, CNN, 26 Feb. 2025
The immersive experiences offered by VR can also enhance memory function, as nostalgic trips down memory lane stimulate cognitive processes and aid in recall.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 25 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for memory lane
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“Memory lane.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/memory%20lane. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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