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as in emblem
a device, design, or figure used as an identifying mark
the traditional physician's symbol of a staff entwined with a snake
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as in sign
a written or printed mark that is meant to convey information to the reader
the symbol ¶ indicates where a new paragraph should begin symbols such as emoji that are used in texts
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as in to symbolize
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Recent Examples of symbol
Julian Chokkattu, Wired, 8 Sep. 2020
The Unicode Consortium—the organization in charge of determining which symbols our devices are supposed to recognize—has more and more been measuring the wrong thing in the process of approving new emoji.
—Wired, 8 Nov. 2019
Randall Colburn, EW.com, 3 July 2025
The building, which has been vacant for three decades, stands as a powerful symbol of Indigenous heritage.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
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Noun
Press and hold the app icon, tap App Info (the i symbol), and tap Permissions.
—Julian Chokkattu, Wired, 8 Sep. 2020
The Unicode Consortium—the organization in charge of determining which symbols our devices are supposed to recognize—has more and more been measuring the wrong thing in the process of approving new emoji.
—Wired, 8 Nov. 2019
Verb
Clarke even buys him a plate of fish and chips, a symbol of their new friendship.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 3 July 2025
The building, which has been vacant for three decades, stands as a powerful symbol of Indigenous heritage.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for symbol
Noun
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The bald eagle's release came days ahead of July Fourth celebrations, restoring an emblem of American freedom to the wild.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 June 2025
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The Las Vegas Strip is America’s emblem of excess — and extravagant energy use.—
Max Bearak,
New York Times,
24 June 2025
Noun
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Schneider highlighted that early signs of AI use cases — such as driving corporate headcount reductions and greater sales — have emerged and created a path towards reinvestment into future growth.—
Pia Singh,
CNBC,
10 July 2025
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Then, on July 10, the moon will reach its peak of fullness in the structured and pragmatic sign of Capricorn.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
10 July 2025
Verb
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This card often symbolizes new beginnings that emerge from emotional clarity.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 July 2025
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The redesign symbolized how a product or place can regenerate rather than deplete.—
Bill Schiffmiller,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
Noun
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The logos, the layout, even Apple and Google Pay are options.—
Kim Komando The Kim Komando Show,
FOXNews.com,
12 July 2025
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An Ozark Trail logo embedded on the side of the bottle.—
Karu F. Daniels,
New York Daily News,
11 July 2025
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Or, the other extreme, when the chairman/CEO announces the deal by shooting off an official email or releasing an official letter or newsletter on the company's HR portal or intranet.—
Ashutosh Labroo,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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The announcement comes just one day after a pointed letter from investors to the board enthusiastically recommended the independent directors set a date—publicly.—
Amanda Gerut,
Fortune,
10 July 2025
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Four key areas distinguish disruptive leaders; each represents an opportunity for finance leaders to help drive growth and success in their organizations during disruptive times.—
Jim DeLoach,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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His father was also a former talent agent who represented George Clooney and Dolly Parton, among other A-list stars.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
14 July 2025
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After the performances ended, there was a gap before the countdown, and so Burnett introduced an additional musician who’d volunteered to give a short lesson in the trademark drumming style of Ringo Starr: Fred Armisen.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
8 July 2025
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The bike also features a sharper front cow with a razor-thin front lamp, an intimidating titanium exhaust system, and a video game-like livery that manages to work in all of BMW’s trademark colors.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
8 July 2025
Verb
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Rubbing Salt In The Wound: Expatriation Tax Regime The current expatriation regime is embodied in IRC Section 877A, enacted in 2008 to deter wealthy Americans from renouncing citizenship to avoid taxes.—
Virginia La Torre Jeker,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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The new conference space embodies a chic dining area, opposed to a stereotypically bland meeting room.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 July 2025
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“Symbol.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symbol. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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