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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
Charlamagne’s rise in media is emblematic of the industry’s digital revolution.
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Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 25 Mar. 2025
The piece acts as the afternoon’s crown jewel and is emblematic of the ethos.
—Colin Wrenn, The Denver Post, 25 Mar. 2025
Having no willingness to pay Tucker and failing to approach pending free agent Framber Valdez this spring about an extension is more emblematic of how the Astros have always conducted business.
—Chandler Rome, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
Although Brother Rice fell heartbreakingly short in the state championship game, losing 55-52 to DePaul Prep in double overtime, Gonzales’ last game was emblematic of his season.
—Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
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Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 25 Mar. 2025
The piece acts as the afternoon’s crown jewel and is emblematic of the ethos.
—Colin Wrenn, The Denver Post, 25 Mar. 2025
Having no willingness to pay Tucker and failing to approach pending free agent Framber Valdez this spring about an extension is more emblematic of how the Astros have always conducted business.
—Chandler Rome, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
Although Brother Rice fell heartbreakingly short in the state championship game, losing 55-52 to DePaul Prep in double overtime, Gonzales’ last game was emblematic of his season.
—Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
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“Emblematic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emblematic. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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