词组 | reminder |
释义 | reminder /rɪˈmaɪndə $ -ər/ noun something that makes you notice, remember, or think about somethingadjectivesa constant/permanent reminder (=that makes you think about something all the time) His picture on the wall is a constant reminder of our happy times together.a timely reminder (=a useful and important one that comes at the right time) This a timely reminder of the risks of sunbathing.a stark/sharp reminder (=strong or unpleasant) This incident is a stark reminder of the dangers police officers face.a helpful/useful reminder The list will be a useful reminder of the topics covered in the course.a gentle reminder It was meant to be a gentle reminder rather than a criticism.a friendly reminder If you don’t pay the bill on time, the credit card company sends you a friendly reminder.a painful/uncomfortable reminder This attack is a painful reminder that peace is still a long way away.a powerful/potent reminder The soldiers’ deaths are a powerful reminder of the price we pay for freedom.a vivid reminder (=very clear) Their performance was a vivid reminder of just why this band has remained so successful.a salutary reminder formal (=one that teaches you something) The earthquake is a salutary reminder of the power of nature.a poignant reminder (=making you feel sad) The empty seats were a poignant reminder of all the people who were no longer with the company.a grim/sobering/chilling reminder (=making you feel serious and worried or frightened) The presence of soldiers on the streets is a grim reminder of the threat of terrorism.verbsserve/act as a reminder (=be a reminder) The photograph will serve as a lovely reminder of your visit.provide/offer a reminder The case has provided a chilling reminder of what domestic violence really means.get/receive a reminder If you fail to return your books, you will receive a reminder from the library.send sb a reminder The university will send you a reminder when it’s time to pay your fees.need a reminder Sometimes we all need a reminder of what is really important in life.prepositionsa reminder of sth The attack is a reminder of the political tensions in the region.a reminder to sb The film is a reminder to our generation of our grandparents’ sacrifices. |
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