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Recent Examples of iconoclasm
When oppressive regimes do collapse, the first thing people tend to do is topple the statues; this literal iconoclasm becomes an outlet for their relief and rage.
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Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 8 Feb. 2026
Studio 54 has a history drenched in iconoclasm, and now, Valentino fragrances.
—Essence, 12 Sep. 2025
In that regard Stern is not unlike South Park, another once-famous piece of iconoclasm that, until recent negotiation headlines, many of us couldn’t even say definitively was still on the air.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 13 Aug. 2025
My mother’s iconoclasm shaped my attitude toward life, including my taste in music.
—Santi Elijah Holley, New York Times, 22 July 2025
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Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 8 Feb. 2026
Studio 54 has a history drenched in iconoclasm, and now, Valentino fragrances.
—Essence, 12 Sep. 2025
In that regard Stern is not unlike South Park, another once-famous piece of iconoclasm that, until recent negotiation headlines, many of us couldn’t even say definitively was still on the air.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 13 Aug. 2025
My mother’s iconoclasm shaped my attitude toward life, including my taste in music.
—Santi Elijah Holley, New York Times, 22 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for iconoclasm
Noun
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Epitaxial growth of SiC on wafers requires temperatures above 2732°F and precise precursor chemistry; even small process deviations can generate micropipe defects that render devices inoperable.—
Aditya Jadhav,
Interesting Engineering,
1 June 2026
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The application calls for neighborhood development and site development permits for work within the public right of way fronting 1595 Coast Walk, including deviations to allow a new driveway and for two existing guest parking spaces to remain.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2026
Noun
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Per the logline, the series will explore themes of privilege, manipulation, and deviance to understand why these women become calculated killers.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
11 May 2026
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In sociology, Gideon chose a concentration in crime and deviance.—
Jenelyn Russo,
Oc Register,
30 Apr. 2026
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Narayan’s bittersweet love story about a hapless painter’s crush on an emotionally distant social worker has lost none of its humor, relevance, or unconventionality.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
27 May 2026
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Santee Alley was born out of unconventionality with its makeshift stores designed to break retail rules.—
Lilliam Rivera,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Marc makes an example of the penitent, powerless Jeanne, reminding the rest of his flock of the punishment for apostasy and using her rough time among the heathens as proof of why none under his control should ever want to trade his order for such modern sin and depravity.—
Richard Lawson,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2026
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Dara Shikoh was accused of apostasy from Islam and tried under religious authority.—
Tamanna Nangia,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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As the country heads toward a national election, the leader once celebrated as a healer is now viewed by critics as the main driver of these schisms.—
Nimi Princewill,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
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Whether or not there was ever actually a schism, the rumor mill was confident and uninformed.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
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What should have been a celebratory moment involving the city’s beach ended in discord.—
Steve Bousquet,
Sun Sentinel,
6 June 2026
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After months of stalling and discord, Boise’s Planning and Zoning Commission denied the shelter’s permit in January 2022.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
28 May 2026
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“Iconoclasm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/iconoclasm. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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