emblematizes

Definition of emblematizesnext
present tense third-person singular of emblematize
as in represents
to serve as a material counterpart of the burned-out church emblematizes how the religious strife has destroyed that nation

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  • Their entry into the conflict represents an escalation that could further destabilize the region and global markets, observers note.
    Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 29 Mar. 2026
  • Recognized among RealTrends America’s Best Real Estate Teams, Wright represents distinguished properties in Frisco and Dallas-Fort Worth.
    Judi Wright, Dallas Morning News, 29 Mar. 2026
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  • In fact, according to the real meaning behind Easter colors, the color white symbolizes purity, grace, and the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is the culmination of the Easter season.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026
  • Reflecting that shift, Equal Pay Day — which symbolizes how many more days into the year women have to work for their earnings to catch up with men — was Thursday, falling a day later than in 2025.
    Alexandra Olson, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
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“Emblematizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emblematizes. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.

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