as in amulets
something worn or kept to bring good luck or keep away evil
she wears a mascot made of ebony and silver on a chain around her neck
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Recent Examples of mascots
There is also the MVP+ Membership, which layers the 7-day July 2 access, monthly Ultimate Team packs, all playable mascots and beta access on top of the bundle.
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Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
What used to be a family-friendly environment is now filled with drag queens, definitive political and ideological statements about sexuality, and mascots decked out in the colors and symbols of that movement.
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Jon Root Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
The pair had more to say about Philly throughout the episode, including remarks about Poehler's hometown of Boston in comparison and, naturally, some questions about the city's sports mascots.
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Kaitlyn McCormick,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
Moreover, the official mascots succeed in spotting various varmints — foxes and possums, to be specific, but thankfully, no vultures.
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Ed Silverman,
STAT,
16 June 2026
Starting June 9, young fans also had the chance to get one of 23 Squishmallows plushies, including official mascots for each of the three host countries, when ordering the FIFA World Cup 26 Happy Meal.
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Chiara Kim,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
JeffCo says that assertion is completely inaccurate, and the males listed on those rosters were coaches, trainers, and mascots, not athletes.
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Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
There are three host nations and, therefore, three mascots.
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Caoimhe O'Neill,
New York Times,
14 June 2026
There will also be characters and team mascots roaming the Coliseum’s historic grounds and lots of other activities for kids, and an air taxi by Archer will also be on display.
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Kristy Hutchings,
Daily News,
10 June 2026
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
What used to be a family-friendly environment is now filled with drag queens, definitive political and ideological statements about sexuality, and mascots decked out in the colors and symbols of that movement.
—
Jon Root Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
The pair had more to say about Philly throughout the episode, including remarks about Poehler's hometown of Boston in comparison and, naturally, some questions about the city's sports mascots.
—
Kaitlyn McCormick,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
Moreover, the official mascots succeed in spotting various varmints — foxes and possums, to be specific, but thankfully, no vultures.
—
Ed Silverman,
STAT,
16 June 2026
Starting June 9, young fans also had the chance to get one of 23 Squishmallows plushies, including official mascots for each of the three host countries, when ordering the FIFA World Cup 26 Happy Meal.
—
Chiara Kim,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
JeffCo says that assertion is completely inaccurate, and the males listed on those rosters were coaches, trainers, and mascots, not athletes.
—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
There are three host nations and, therefore, three mascots.
—
Caoimhe O'Neill,
New York Times,
14 June 2026
There will also be characters and team mascots roaming the Coliseum’s historic grounds and lots of other activities for kids, and an air taxi by Archer will also be on display.
—
Kristy Hutchings,
Daily News,
10 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mascots
Noun
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The cache also contained blue faience vessels, miniature ritual jars, amulets shaped like a duck and the Atef Crown, decorative stones, and several pairs of earrings believed to be made of gold.
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Sharp objects like scissors and needles or amulets should be carried by pregnant women or placed near sleeping children to ward off her attacks.
Noun
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Meanwhile, back in town, the earthquake has dislodged one of the talismans.
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Here, as ever, Kokopeli suggests that clinging to youthful talismans offers no protection against uncertainty, and reasserts the odd mix of disaffection and morbid glee produced by such reactionary impulses.
Noun
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However, Manfred said the Dodgers and Giants were allowed to keep using Pride emblems on uniforms and hats under a grandfathered exception because Los Angeles and San Francisco are home to large LGBTQ communities and both clubs wanted to show support for those fans.
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No logos or emblems make for a classy design.
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“Mascots.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mascots. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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