have a memory like an elephant

have a memory like an elephant

To have an exceptionally good memory. An allusion to the fact that elephants are known to have great memories. Mom has a memory like an elephant, so ask her what Joe's phone number is. I swear, that kid has a memory like an elephant. He just reminded me about something I told him three weeks ago! It's wild to hear Grandma talk about her childhood in Russia. She might be 93, but she has a memory like an elephant.

See also: an, elephant, have, like, memory

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