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also emblematical
as in symbolic
having the function or meaning of an object or figure that stands for something else
the dove is emblematic of the organization's mission to bring some peace to a troubled world
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Recent Examples of emblematic
The rupture is emblematic of a wider debate among American Jews about Zionism and the boundaries of legitimate criticism of Israel.
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Asaf Elia-Shalev, Sun Sentinel, 28 July 2025
The chain's signature formula of chili with cloves, cinnamon and nutmeg, poured over a plate of spaghetti and topped with a mound of cheddar cheese, is arguably as emblematic of the Greater Cincinnati region as the Bengals or the Roebling Bridge.
—Kaycee Sloan, The Enquirer, 16 July 2025
The arrival of the new Adidas store is emblematic of the potential foreign firms see in affluent Nigerians.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 18 July 2025
Logan Gregorio and Bryce Welch attend different colleges and play different sports, but their journeys are emblematic of how much has changed in recruiting.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2025
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Asaf Elia-Shalev, Sun Sentinel, 28 July 2025
The chain's signature formula of chili with cloves, cinnamon and nutmeg, poured over a plate of spaghetti and topped with a mound of cheddar cheese, is arguably as emblematic of the Greater Cincinnati region as the Bengals or the Roebling Bridge.
—Kaycee Sloan, The Enquirer, 16 July 2025
The arrival of the new Adidas store is emblematic of the potential foreign firms see in affluent Nigerians.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 18 July 2025
Logan Gregorio and Bryce Welch attend different colleges and play different sports, but their journeys are emblematic of how much has changed in recruiting.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for emblematic
Adjective
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But the latest moves by US allies France, Britain and Canada – while in many ways largely symbolic – have left Washington increasingly isolated over its backing for Israel.—
Nic Robertson,
CNN Money,
2 Aug. 2025
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Passing even Gallego’s symbolic resolution, however, seems to run contrary to GOP sentiment.—
Ronald J. Hansen,
AZCentral.com,
1 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Yokote, representative director of Blueground Japan, says sustainability — best exemplified by the concept of mottainai, which emphasizes avoiding waste — has been part of Japanese society for centuries.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
27 July 2025
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The Schwab survey, conducted in April and May, reached a representative sample of 2,200 adults.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
26 July 2025
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“Emblematic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emblematic. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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