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symbolize

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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 During the French Revolution, lindens were among the tens of thousands of trees planted across the country to symbolize liberty. — Kendra Nordin Beato, Christian Science Monitor, 8 Oct. 2026 The Windsors continued to create highly personal pieces symbolizing their enduring love. — Hadley Hall Meares, Vanity Fair, 7 Oct. 2026 Lord Raghunath, a regional form of Rama, presides over the weeklong festival, which ends with a bonfire symbolizing the burning of Lanka by Rama’s aide Hanuman. — Tamanna Nangia, Encyclopedia Britannica, 5 Oct. 2026 Lily of the Valley Lily of the valley is a classic wedding bouquet, historically symbolizing the bride’s transition from maiden to married woman. — Elise Taylor, Vogue, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for symbolize

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This represents just under a third of overall staff numbers, which now stands at 24 across offices in Brighton and Glasgow, according to Ricochet’s website.

— Max Goldbart, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2026
Organizers expect more than 5,000 content players from Asia and further afield, representing 60 countries and regions.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026

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