lest we forget vs so we don't forget

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Lest we forget' is a more formal and traditional phrase often used in remembrance or memorial contexts, while 'so we don't forget' is a more casual and everyday expression. The choice between the two depends on the formality and tone of the situation.

Last updated: March 31, 2024

lest we forget

This phrase is correct and commonly used in remembrance or memorial contexts.

This phrase is used to emphasize the importance of remembering something, especially in the context of honoring the memory of those who have died in war.

Examples:

Lest we forget the sacrifices of those who fought for our freedom.
We lay this wreath in memory of the fallen, lest we forget their bravery.

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After you shot me, lest we forget.
And lest we forget, a notably corpulent one.
And her soul, lest we forget.
All countries must comply with international law, including Iraq and - lest we forget - the US.
And, lest we forget, you hate him.
Lest we forget, Razor's your cross to bear.
The knowledge of languages does not only help the student with a university degree to secure a better competitive position within the labour market, it also contributes to his cultural baggage, and, lest we forget, to mutual understanding.
Second, lest we forget, prom queen, you decided to take a dip...
Almost one year on from the event, we are gathered here to discuss this delicate issue, which caused extensive damage to passengers and businesses involved in both the air sector and, lest we forget, in other industries, too.
We will not shirk the responsibilities incumbent on us as wealthy nations when it comes to receiving victims of oppression or fighting against poverty, which - lest we forget - represents the fundamental cause of migrations.
This is the same EU that, lest we forget, called for a change to the political system in Cuba in its 1996 common position, thereby interfering in an issue that is exclusively the responsibility of the Cuban people.
People, fellow creatures of God, subject to like passions as we are, yearn for freedom of movement and, lest we forget, thought, speech and, above all, faith.
and lest we forget, it is about the fashion "must-haves" for 2007, and I can assure you it will not include polka-dots.
Lest we forget, the reward is Baxter.
Lest we forget what these brave boys have sacrificed so that we can all go to the pictures.
Lest we forget that Emma's brother is a doctor, nerves of steel run in the family.
Lest we forget, the stolen penny was found ten inches from your thick skull when we took you down.
Lest we forget Mason Verger...
Lest we forget, investments are necessary to avoid the efforts made so far being thwarted, because only investment can affect the proper functioning of the mechanism and European competitiveness.
Let haste not be the ruler, lest we forget the purpose.

Alternatives:

lest we should forget
lest we be forgetful
lest we fail to remember
lest we overlook
lest we neglect

so we don't forget

This phrase is correct and commonly used in everyday language to express the idea of remembering something.

This phrase is used informally to remind someone or oneself not to forget something important.