as in monument
a tall, four-sided stone column that becomes narrower toward the top and that ends in a point
The granite obelisk stands at the exact center of the park.
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Recent Examples of obelisk
Herrera stopped to survey the landscape, beside an old obelisk monument marking the borderline.
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Lauren Villagran, USA Today, 26 May 2025
In its original location, the obelisk towered over the banks of the Nile.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 May 2025
Also check out the seven-block Indiana War Memorial Plaza Historic District that includes the Indiana War Memorial & Museum and Veterans Memorial Plaza, known for its 100-foot obelisk and fountain honoring all branches of military service.
—Matt Alderton, USA Today, 24 May 2025
Two 13-foot-tall obelisks made of black granite now tower over two benches that were also made in Erica Green’s honor, completing a memorial plaza in the park.
—Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 17 May 2025
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Lauren Villagran, USA Today, 26 May 2025
In its original location, the obelisk towered over the banks of the Nile.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 May 2025
Also check out the seven-block Indiana War Memorial Plaza Historic District that includes the Indiana War Memorial & Museum and Veterans Memorial Plaza, known for its 100-foot obelisk and fountain honoring all branches of military service.
—Matt Alderton, USA Today, 24 May 2025
Two 13-foot-tall obelisks made of black granite now tower over two benches that were also made in Erica Green’s honor, completing a memorial plaza in the park.
—Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 17 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for obelisk
Noun
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Due to the number and size of the monuments damaged, police believe multiple suspects are responsible.—
David Matthews,
New York Daily News,
12 Aug. 2025
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The monument is expected to be completed in time for the nationwide celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026.—
Mary Carole McCauley,
Baltimore Sun,
10 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Beneath the technical language are two cultural pillars every high-performing organization needs: personalization and empowerment.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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From its inception, when legendary photographer, filmmaker and author Gordon Parks served as the brand’s first Editorial Director, art has remained a pillar of the magazine’s identity.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
11 Aug. 2025
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“Obelisk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obelisk. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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