as in symbol
a device, design, or figure used as an identifying mark
the oil company uses a scallop shell as its emblem
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Recent Examples of emblem
Yee showcased a black low-top silhouette featuring the brand’s signature star emblem and colorful floral embroidery.
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Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 12 May 2026
When Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022 and laid siege to Mariupol, the building became an enduring emblem of the city’s resistance.
—James Verini, The Atlantic, 12 May 2026
Even the city emblem right in front of City Hall is deteriorated.
—Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2026
Others have opted to place banners in the stands or sponsor emblems on seatbacks.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 8 May 2026
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Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 12 May 2026
When Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022 and laid siege to Mariupol, the building became an enduring emblem of the city’s resistance.
—James Verini, The Atlantic, 12 May 2026
Even the city emblem right in front of City Hall is deteriorated.
—Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2026
Others have opted to place banners in the stands or sponsor emblems on seatbacks.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 8 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for emblem
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Matić, who is based in London, works across photography, sculpture, sound, poetry, and film to examine social dynamics of race, gender, and intimacy through the lens of national symbols (flags are a recurring motif).—
Tessa Solomon,
ARTnews.com,
18 May 2026
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The project blends soccer, youth and culture into a lasting symbol of Inglewood pride.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2026
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The tool searched for promotional logos and text associated with gambling, however subtle or brief, in nearly 90,000 frames of video.—
Luke Connors,
Washington Post,
19 May 2026
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Wembanyama took the ball from Stephon Castle and added to the guard’s assist total with a 27-foot three near the Oklahoma City logo to tie the game at 108 apiece with 27 seconds left.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
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Pairing a trademark blue beret with his thick European accent, Grgich dazzled Napa Valley visitors.—
Mark Dent,
HubSpot,
15 May 2026
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Yes, the suite is decorated with Chaplin’s trademark bowler hats.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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The light-dark contrast that is the hallmark of great lawn striping is achieved by simply bending grass blades to reflect light in a specific way.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 May 2026
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This is the hallmark of someone who wins a major.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 May 2026
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“Emblem.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emblem. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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