reminiscently
Americanadverb
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in a tone, with a facial expression, etc., that suggests one is reminiscing.
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in a way that is reminiscent of or vaguely similar to someone or something else (used with of).
Example Sentences
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In what is probably the most reminiscently “Saving Private Ryan” battle scene I have ever seen in a sci-fi, there is a complete absence of decent armor.
From Forbes • Jun. 26, 2014
"Gee, I'd like to be pregnant again! " says Sunny reminiscently.
From Time Magazine Archive
When the Press had said goodby, Mr. Mellon's eyes roved reminiscently about his comfortable quarters.
From Time Magazine Archive
But Grandma probably would smile reminiscently at an Atlanta favorite: Fudge, fudge, call the judge Mommy's got a newborn baby 'Taint a girl, 'taint a boy Just a common baby.
From Time Magazine Archive
“First time I ever had one of these was when I was in Jamaica, two summers ago,” said Bunny reminiscently.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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