memory lane

noun

: an imaginary path through the nostalgically remembered past
usually used in such phrases as a walk down memory lane

Examples of memory lane in a Sentence

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If that doesn’t suffice, the analysts suggest both a definition of inflation and a quick trip down memory lane—furnished with a couple of data points. Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 28 Nov. 2024 His descriptions of an early career in television, working on low-budgets and the breakout 1980s successes of Australian filmmakers were both a happy trip down memory lane and instructive for those people working outside the comfort zone of the Hollywood system. Patrick Frater, Variety, 25 Nov. 2024 Sean Astin took a trip down memory lane with 50 First Dates costar Drew Barrymore on the latest episode of her eponymous talk show. Jessica Wang, EW.com, 25 Nov. 2024 Billy Ray Cyrus is taking a walk down memory lane to celebrate daughter Miley Cyrus’ birthday. Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 23 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for memory lane 

Word History

First Known Use

1903, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of memory lane was in 1903

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“Memory lane.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/memory%20lane. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.

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