memory lane
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of memory lane
First recorded in 1950–55
Example Sentences
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Berkshire’s purchase of New York Times marks a trip down memory lane for the company since Berkshire has long had a soft spot for the newspaper business.
From Barron's ● Feb. 17, 2026
As well as playing songs from the iconic show, they were joined by cast members Joanna Page, Mathew Horne, Larry Lamb, Alison Steadman and Rob Brydon for a trip down memory lane.
From BBC ● Jan. 8, 2026
For those who may not recall the meme stock frenzy of 2020-21, here’s a trip down memory lane.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2025
But a quick walk down memory lane is all that’s needed to remind us that, on average, investors are better off because of creative destruction.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 21, 2025
One quick walk down memory lane and the old- home feeling would blow right over.
From "The Secret Life of Bees" by Sue Monk Kidd
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