blast from the past

Unexpected memory trigger

A blast from the past is something—a song, photo, person, or experience—that suddenly brings back memories of an earlier time: Hearing that song was a real blast from the past.

The phrase suggests pleasant nostalgia rather than painful recollection.

Often used when encountering something unexpectedly: Running into my college roommate was a blast from the past.

golden oldieCherished song from past
oldies but goodiesBeloved things from earlier times
yesterdayThe previous day
way back whenA long-ago time
back in the dayIn times past

good old days · old flame · old · nostalgia · throwback · remember when · history · reminiscence · childhood friend · long lost · reunion · déjà vu · jukebox · old school · time capsule · vintage · historical reenactment · classic

blast from the past

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