Thesaurus results for ENSIGNS

ensigns

noun

plural of ensign

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a device, design, or figure used as an identifying mark that ensign of tutorial authority, the hickory stick

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a piece of cloth with a special design that is used as an emblem or for signaling fittingly, the organization promoting the welfare of marine life features a dolphin on its ensign

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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

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For weeks before Arbeen, pilgrims set off on foot for Karbala, some carrying flags with images of Imam Hussein in the searing heat.

— Jane Arraf, NPR, 10 Aug. 2026
In northwest parts of the borough, with Colombian restaurants and flags on street corners and storefronts, the South American pride is hard to miss.

— Jennifer Bisram, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of flags

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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

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The trailer contained sleeping bags, towels, backpacks, camping equipment, games, banners and other items needed for more than 200 children expected at the September camp.

— Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 8 Aug. 2026
The banners and flags tell the stories and carry the names of other Washingtons — the everyday, historic and cultural Washingtons.

— Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026

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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

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