as in to represent
to serve as a material counterpart of
the flag symbolizes our country
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Recent Examples of symbolize
Lilies symbolize promise, passion, life and fidelity.
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Chris McKeown, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Feb. 2026
In Vodou tradition, the snake symbolizes Danbala, the great spirit of wisdom, peace and purity.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
This seemingly small step towards peace on the Korean peninsula unified the Korean team and symbolized much more.
—Samuel Sanders, Time, 6 Feb. 2026
This symbolizes his new authority over the archdiocese.
—Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
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Chris McKeown, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Feb. 2026
In Vodou tradition, the snake symbolizes Danbala, the great spirit of wisdom, peace and purity.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
This seemingly small step towards peace on the Korean peninsula unified the Korean team and symbolized much more.
—Samuel Sanders, Time, 6 Feb. 2026
This symbolizes his new authority over the archdiocese.
—Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for symbolize
represent
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The project represents more than $10 billion in spending on data center infrastructure and related community development.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Feb. 2026
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The restaurateur envisioned a boilerplate abuelita’s house, which could represent Bad Bunny’s, or his, or anyone’s.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Feb. 2026
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“Symbolize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symbolize. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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