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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
DeLaSalle coach Todd Anderson said the final few seconds were emblematic of the game.
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Mike Cook, Twin Cities, 28 Mar. 2026
He was acquired for 2025 to lead the slugging onslaught but became emblematic of all the Rangers issues.
—Evan Grant, Dallas Morning News, 25 Mar. 2026
Several other maturing brands, which are emblematic of China’s homegrown roster, will host runways throughout the week.
—Yiling Pan, Vogue, 24 Mar. 2026
This dominance is especially emblematic in Latin America, where K-pop artists maintain a feverish fandom.
—Mitchell McCluskey, CNN Money, 22 Mar. 2026
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Mike Cook, Twin Cities, 28 Mar. 2026
He was acquired for 2025 to lead the slugging onslaught but became emblematic of all the Rangers issues.
—Evan Grant, Dallas Morning News, 25 Mar. 2026
Several other maturing brands, which are emblematic of China’s homegrown roster, will host runways throughout the week.
—Yiling Pan, Vogue, 24 Mar. 2026
This dominance is especially emblematic in Latin America, where K-pop artists maintain a feverish fandom.
—Mitchell McCluskey, CNN Money, 22 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for emblematic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emblematic
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The Royal Maundy Service sees the sovereign distribute Maundy money, or special coins, to local pensioners (often retirees) in a service symbolic of Jesus washing the Apostles' feet at the last supper.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
2 Apr. 2026
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The invitation also ties directly to America 250 celebrations, with congressional leaders highlighting the symbolic weight of the moment.—
Rena Rowe,
The Washington Examiner,
1 Apr. 2026
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The framework then proposes evaluating AI systems across all 10 faculties and comparing their performance to a representative sample of human adults with at least the equivalent of a secondary education.—
Jeremy Kahn,
Fortune,
30 Mar. 2026
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Regardless of the election’s outcome, Wagner is highlighting fundamental issues regarding the mechanics of representative government.—
John Seiler,
Oc Register,
29 Mar. 2026
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“Emblematic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emblematic. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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