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recollect

1 of 1verb
/ˌrɛkəˈlɛkt/
Forms:recollects,recollecting,recollected,recollected
1

to bring to mind past memories or experiences

transitive
  • The author's memoir helped readers recollect the historical events of that era.
  • Seeing the old yearbook made her recollect the antics of her high school friends.
  • The smell of fresh-baked cookies made her recollect warm moments from her childhood.
  • He recollected the lessons his parents taught him when facing difficult situations.
  • Upon hearing the familiar tune, they both recollected the song that played at their wedding.
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