reminiscent vs tending to make one think of

reminiscent

adj
  • Tending to bring some memory etc. to mind (followed by of) 

  • Suggestive of an earlier event or times. 

  • Of, or relating to reminiscence. 

  • Remembering; undergoing reminiscence. 

noun
  • One who is addicted to indulging, narrating, or recording reminiscences. 

tending to make one think of

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