reminisce

[ rem-uh-nis ]

verb (used without object)

, rem·i·nisced, rem·i·nisc·ing.

1. to recall past experiences, events, etc.; indulge in reminiscence.

   Synonyms: muse, recollect, remember

reminisce

/ ˌrɛmɪˈnɪs /

verb

1. intr to talk or write about old times, past experiences, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of reminisce¹

First recorded in 1820–30; back formation from reminiscence

Example Sentences

But every time we go to a restaurant, my children reminisce about their favourite spots in Gaza, their large home, their games shop, their friends at the horse club, their classmates.

From BBC

Last year, when Epstein turned 90, a group of his former players showed up to reminisce with him and offer thanks for helping “change their lives” through his influence as a coach, according to friend Joe Saltzman.

From Los Angeles Times

In a city where political activism courses through the local culture, some parties attracted hundreds of guests as Harris’ friends and former staffers joined with other excited Democrats to make debate night a moment to get motivated and reminisce.

From Los Angeles Times

In recent years, we’ve started to reminisce about our childhoods, comparing and contrasting our cultures and the ethnic lines that divided or united us.

From Salon

They agree that placing a piece of art back within its context makes for a richer, more exciting way to reminisce.

From Slate

Related Words

• look back
• remind