emblems

noun

plural of emblem
as in symbols
a device, design, or figure used as an identifying mark the oil company uses a scallop shell as its emblem

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Recent Examples of emblems State propaganda hails these robots as emblems of China’s ascent; in the hallway, most people sidestep them with the kind of indifference usually reserved for a Roomba. — Evan Osnos, New Yorker, 3 Aug. 2026 Additionally, the Singapore government has barred the public display of foreign national emblems — like the Palestinian flag —without a permit or exemption, which the band reportedly did not have. — Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 3 Aug. 2026 Singapore does not allow the public display of foreign national emblems ​without a permit or exemption, and the Palestinian flag is especially sensitive ​given the conflict in Gaza and Singapore’s Muslim population. — Reuters, NBC news, 3 Aug. 2026 The decision is tied to Singapore’s policies on public speech, which prohibit publicly displaying foreign national emblems without a permit or exemption. — Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 2 Aug. 2026 Singapore maintains strict rules on the public display of foreign flags and emblems without a permit, framing the laws as necessary to protect the country’s racial and religious harmony. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 1 Aug. 2026 Similar traditions appear elsewhere in East Asia, where dragons often serve as guardians, bringers of good fortune, or emblems of imperial authority. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 July 2026 The tournament came almost exactly 30 years after the city hosted the 1996 Summer Olympics, and under the banners of FIFA and Mercedes-Benz, infrastructure, statues and emblems of the Olympics still remain. — Irene Wright, USA Today, 20 July 2026 More Jews report hiding their Star of David necklaces along with other Jewish emblems; 73% report experiencing antisemitism online. — John Blake, CNN Money, 5 July 2026
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  1. symbols
  2. trademarks
  3. hallmarks
Noun
  • Blending bergamot, tuberose, iris, and Bulgarian rose, the fragrance has become one of the most enduring symbols of her royal wedding and remains closely associated with Princess Grace decades later.
    — Colleen Sullivan, InStyle, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Many of the pieces depict the horrors of war, with Ukrainian flags amid burning buildings but others show symbols of love and resilience.
    — Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of symbols
Noun
  • Buc-ee's claimed that the unauthorized use of its trademarks, including a smiling animal mascot, were benefitting the Missouri convenience store at Buc-ee's expense, while falsely informing consumers that the two businesses are related.
    — Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Diamond rings and Baily's beads These are trademarks of totality, but require care to see.
    — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of trademarks
Noun
  • Reviewers especially love their structured design, one of the hallmarks of a more durable, tight weave that lends the style its inherent stability.
    — Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Biographers consistently credit her early ballet training—and later modeling career—with giving her the poise and effortless posture that became hallmarks of her style.
    — Colleen Sullivan, InStyle, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of hallmarks

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