emblematizing

present participle of emblematize
as in representing
to serve as a material counterpart of the burned-out church emblematizes how the religious strife has destroyed that nation

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  • Attorneys representing Terri Ball argue in the lawsuit that the officers involved in the chase violated police department policies on vehicle pursuits and use of force.
    Julia Marnin, Miami Herald, 20 Oct. 2025
  • In real life, the sequence of events between Gacy and Amirante is accurate, as Gacy did mislead Amirante into representing him.
    Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2025
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  • Altars bloom with marigolds, sugar skulls, and favorite dishes, all symbolizing that death is not an end but a continuation of life’s cycle.
    Holly Alvarado, Oc Register, 24 Oct. 2025
  • Queen Camilla’s monochrome attire and choice of mantilla fall under papal protocol, requiring women who meet with the pope to wear black and a veil, symbolizing respect and modesty.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
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“Emblematizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emblematizing. Accessed 27 Oct. 2025.

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