as in talisman
something worn or kept to bring good luck or keep away evil
even rational, enlightened people have their periapts, which somehow make them feel a little more secure in an uncertain world
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Noun
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Luke Bosher Harry Kane (Bayern Munich and England) England’s talisman is at the peak of his powers and putting together another historic season in Germany.—
The Athletic Staff,
New York Times,
3 Mar. 2026 -
The former comedian, long since transformed into a wartime talisman globally, is also battling to keep hold of domestic favor.—
Yuliya Talmazan,
NBC news,
24 Feb. 2026
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Did you get picked because the amulet looked best with your outfit?—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
4 Feb. 2026
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At Tel Azeka, a little girl found a 3,800-year-old amulet tied to the Canaanite people.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Periapt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/periapt. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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