Verbs for Memory and Attention

to bring a type of information from the past to our mind again

Can you remember the name of the book we were talking about?

to bring back something from the memory

She could recall the details of the conversation with remarkable clarity.

to keep something in one's thoughts or mental awareness

Even after many years, she could still retain vivid memories of her childhood home.

to make a person remember an obligation, task, etc. so that they do not forget to do it

The manager regularly reminds employees of upcoming deadlines.

to experience again, especially in one's thoughts or imagination, as if the event is happening anew

The veteran often found himself trying to relive the camaraderie of his military days.

to remember past events, experiences, or memories with a sense of nostalgia

During the family reunion, they spent hours reminiscing about their childhood adventures.

to repeat something until it is kept in one's memory

Students often memorize multiplication tables to enhance their math skills.

to think about events or experiences from the past

As she sorted through old photographs, she couldn't help but think back to her childhood.

to think about or consider past events, experiences, or decisions

He looked back on his childhood with fondness and nostalgia.

to bring to mind past memories or experiences

The author's memoir helped readers recollect the historical events of that era.

to recall a past event or time

During the family reunion, they often hark back to the summers spent at the beach house.

to not be able to remember something or someone from the past

It's easy to forget passwords, so it's essential to use a secure system.

the act of directing your attention and energy toward a particular thing or task

She needed to maintain her focus during the exam to ensure she answered all the questions accurately.

to focus one's all attention on something specific

During the exam, it's crucial to concentrate on each question to ensure accurate answers.

to focus, narrow down, or direct attention with precision on a specific target, topic, or goal

As the detective gathered more clues, he began to hone in on the prime suspect in the case.

to be present at a meeting, event, conference, etc.

Employees must attend the mandatory training session next week.

to be attentive to advice or a warning

It's important to heed the advice of experienced hikers when trekking in unfamiliar terrain.

to concentrate closely on a particular matter

During the negotiation, it's essential to zero in on the key points to reach a swift agreement.

to observe and pay attention to something

As she walked through the garden, she noted the vibrant colors of the flowers.

to look at a thing or person and pay attention to it for some time

He sat on the park bench and watched the sunset.

to cause someone to lose their focus or attention from something they were doing or thinking about

During the important meeting, the constant tapping of a pen began to distract everyone in the room.