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symbolize

verb

ˈsim-bə-ˌlīz

Definition of symbolize

as in to represent

to serve as a material counterpart of the flag symbolizes our country

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Recent Examples of symbolize The hearing took place before a packed courtroom at the Leighton Criminal Court Building, as Golden’s supporters wore purple, a color that symbolizes survivors of domestic violence. — Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 24 Aug. 2026 The event on Thursday also symbolized the lengths Republicans took to unseat Cleaver, Kansas City’s first Black mayor and one of Missouri’s most experienced lawmakers. — Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 21 Aug. 2026 Miss a question in English class and perhaps the red door symbolizes something else. — Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026 This watch symbolizes the Pacific Ocean connection, featuring a deep blue dial that reflects clear coastal waters and sunlight, complemented by diamond-cut markers. — Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for symbolize

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As rehearsals move forward, Eisenberg repeats key scenes in the play and shoots them differently each time, his camera coming to represent Mona’s shifting perspective.

— Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 6 Sep. 2026
For countries expanding nuclear power, that could represent a potentially enormous additional source of nuclear fuel.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2026

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