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Recent Examples of flashback
And really, wouldn’t this have been a good time for a flashback?
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Noel Murray, Vulture, 3 Jan. 2025
Gunn’s ensemble cast of obscure misfits like Dr. Phosphorous, GI Robot and DC’s versions of Frankenstein’s Monster and his Bride have so far given us a great mix of antic comic violence and poignant character flashbacks.
—Rob Salkowitz, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
The plot ricochets back and forth between the immediacy of the intruder flashbacks that reveal the series of horrifying scenarios that led the family to this exact moment.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 27 Dec. 2024
Oh, Canada’s flashbacks to the generation of anti-war, anti-American radicals are muddled and unconvincing about how personal and political issues collide.
—Armond White, National Review, 25 Dec. 2024
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Noel Murray, Vulture, 3 Jan. 2025
Gunn’s ensemble cast of obscure misfits like Dr. Phosphorous, GI Robot and DC’s versions of Frankenstein’s Monster and his Bride have so far given us a great mix of antic comic violence and poignant character flashbacks.
—Rob Salkowitz, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
The plot ricochets back and forth between the immediacy of the intruder flashbacks that reveal the series of horrifying scenarios that led the family to this exact moment.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 27 Dec. 2024
Oh, Canada’s flashbacks to the generation of anti-war, anti-American radicals are muddled and unconvincing about how personal and political issues collide.
—Armond White, National Review, 25 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flashback
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To that end, although the complaint references alleged text messages from Bayless, the more explosive and damning allegations are told through Faraji’s recollections.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
6 Jan. 2025
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While Hollywood swings left politically, its economic reality as revealed through the recollections of its leading lights makes a case for free-market libertarianism in ways that few professions do.—
John Tamny,
Forbes,
1 Jan. 2025
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Sources: National Weather Service Chicago; Tribune archives and reporting Subscribe to the free Vintage Chicago Tribune newsletter, follow Today in Chicago History, join our Chicagoland history Facebook group and follow us on Instagram for more from Chicago’s past.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Jan. 2025
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There’s this obsession with youth and chasing our past.—
Grace Bastidas,
Parents,
13 Jan. 2025
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Anti-immigrant comments from colleagues and threats of mass deportations brought back memories of living in hiding during Nicaragua's crackdown on dissent.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
16 Jan. 2025
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Over 15 years into their journey, Dude Perfect has already accomplished so much and created so many memories for fans and their families alike.—
Jon Youshaei,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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There’s a late-harvest glint to the guitar here, distinctly offset by a roadhouse stomp, punctuating Snoop’s poignant reminiscences.—
Will Dukes,
Rolling Stone,
13 Dec. 2024
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Above all, Larraín, as if irresistibly drawn to celebrity—which is to say, channelling what’s least substantial in the two previous films in the trilogy—centers those reminiscences on Maria’s relationship with Onassis (played by Haluk Bilginer).—
Richard Brody,
The New Yorker,
25 Nov. 2024
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Bringing Downey back at the center of a gigantic crossover is a much riskier move into yesteryear.—
Darren Franich,
Vulture,
31 July 2024
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With the former, Hauser has crafted a wholly unique collection of garments evocative of his decades of experience in the field (and in the saddle) that harken back to yesteryear.—
Chris Barilla,
People.com,
6 Dec. 2024
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The backlash has fueled speculation of a potential recall effort, as political opponents move to capitalize on public frustration.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
18 Jan. 2025
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Better to have no recall powers than overly lenient ones.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Jan. 2025
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The Palisades and Eaton fires have burned more than 12,000 structures and are expected to be the most costly fires in American history, with estimates ranging from $50 billion to $150 billion.—
Kevin Rector,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Jan. 2025
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Nix then hit Troy Franklin on a 43-yard pass to the end zone, the first rookie-to-rookie connection for a passing touchdown in NFL postseason history.—
Nick Kosmider,
The Athletic,
13 Jan. 2025
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This alert serves as a reminder of the growing sophistication and accessibility of these technologies and the urgent need for vigilance in protecting ourselves from potential scams.—
Fox News Staff,
Fox News,
8 Jan. 2025
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These small but formidable fish are a reminder of the vast diversity and ingenuity of life on Earth; understanding and protecting them should be paramount.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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“Flashback.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flashback. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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