reminisce

American

[rem-uh-nis] / ˌrɛm əˈnɪs /

verb (used without object)

reminisced, reminiscing

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

Synonyms:

muse, recollect, remember

reminisce British

/ ˌrɛmɪˈnɪs /

verb

(intr) to talk or write about old times, past experiences, etc

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Etymology

Origin of reminisce

First recorded in 1820–30; back formation from reminiscence

Example Sentences

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"Also to reminisce about people who maybe didn't survive cardiovascular disease and being able to raise awareness and educate."

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

Those allergic to interactive shows can decline an invitation to share the spotlight, although I imagine many would dearly love to reminisce about the time they co-starred with Harry Potter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

"Savoring can occur when we reminisce on a past experience, focus on the present moment or look ahead to a future experience."

From Science Daily • Feb. 14, 2026

When you began to reminisce, brain cells dormant just seconds before began firing chemicals at one another.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 27, 2025

There, I heard the old-timers reminisce about all those great times.

From "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Alex Malcolm X;Hailey

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