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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
Of course, there are other sources of market return other than multiple expansion of no-earnings companies, but this dynamic is still emblematic of a market that is starting to get carried away with itself.
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New York Times, 11 July 2025
Read more: Inside Donald Trump's Mass Deportation Operation Khalil’s case has become emblematic of the Trump Administration’s approach to dissent on college campuses.
—Nik Popli, Time, 20 June 2025
Founded by an Italian immigrant, Chef Boyardee is emblematic of the American Dream.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 7 July 2025
One aspect of Carmel that immediately stood out to Nishino was the city's roundabouts, which are emblematic of Carmel's identity.
—Noe Padilla, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
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New York Times, 11 July 2025
Read more: Inside Donald Trump's Mass Deportation Operation Khalil’s case has become emblematic of the Trump Administration’s approach to dissent on college campuses.
—Nik Popli, Time, 20 June 2025
Founded by an Italian immigrant, Chef Boyardee is emblematic of the American Dream.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 7 July 2025
One aspect of Carmel that immediately stood out to Nishino was the city's roundabouts, which are emblematic of Carmel's identity.
—Noe Padilla, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for emblematic
Adjective
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There's a gallery wall with pieces that are symbolic of some sort of lyric.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
19 July 2025
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In December 1950, four Scottish college students snatched the stone from Westminster Abbey as a symbolic show of support for Scottish independence.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
17 July 2025
Adjective
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Results experienced by individuals may not be representative of the experience of other clients, and there is no guarantee of future performance or success.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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The date of death and the following day of a United States senator, representative, territorial delegate, or the resident commissioner from the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Austin American Statesman,
9 July 2025
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“Emblematic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emblematic. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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