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the idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action
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Recent Examples of significations
Both artists draw from their Renaissance references to take up the significations of light, mass, and scale.
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Horace D. Ballard, Artforum, 22 Apr. 2026
Horace D. Ballard, Artforum, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for significations
Noun
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Citizenship had all kinds of symbolic meanings.—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
10 June 2026
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Aiyuk appears to direct two common insults at the subject of the video — almost certainly the 49ers — by using the literal, nonprofane meanings of the terms rather than saying the vulgar words themselves.—
Sean Campbell,
Sacbee.com,
9 June 2026
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Matchday in Panama is a blissful assault on the senses.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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At only 20 feet high, Abrams Falls’ stature isn’t its most impressive quality; however, the sheer force of water that tumbles down it is an experience to enjoy with several senses—certainly sight, but also sound and feel too.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
8 June 2026
Noun
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Hold your canister or the opened up vacuum over the trash and tap out the contents.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
14 June 2026
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Four hours after a meal, a healthy stomach has cleared all but about 10% of its contents.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
13 June 2026
Noun
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Factors In Kenya’s Sovereign Credit Rating Rise There are usually multiple significances to a credit rating action.—
Ann Rutledge,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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The Griffins signaled their postseason intentions at the SCGA qualifier.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
12 June 2026
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Granger's intentions are honorable, and O'Donnell sparks his performance with life, making his tragic end that much more gutting.—
Eric Farwell,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 June 2026
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“Significations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/significations. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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