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Term: Hark Back

Part of Speech: Verb phrase

Senses:

1. To recall or reminisce:
• She often harked back to her childhood in the countryside.
• As we sat around the campfire, we harked back to our favorite camping memories.


2. To bring up or refer to:
• The professor harked back to a famous historical event during his lecture.
• In his speech, the politician harked back to his previous accomplishments.


3. To resemble or symbolize a previous period or style:
• The fashion industry often harks back to trends from the 80s.
• This modern building's design harks back to traditional Japanese architecture.

Usage:

The term "hark back" is commonly used when talking about reminiscing or recalling something from the past. It can also refer to bringing up or mentioning a particular topic. Additionally, it is used to describe resemblances or similarities to a past period or style.

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