Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

blast-from-the-past

idiom
/blast frʌm ðə pæst/
Definition
A sudden recall of something or someone from the past, often that brings back memories.
Examples
  • Seeing my old friend at the reunion was a real blast-from-the-past.
  • The music from the 90s felt like a blast-from-the-past during the throwback party.
Meaning
An unexpected reminder of a former time or event, typically associated with nostalgia.
Synonyms
  • reminder of the past
  • nostalgic moment
  • throwback