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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 original design featured 13 stripes representing the colonies and 13 stars arranged in a circle to symbolize equality among them. — Pete Cuddihy, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026 Never stick them upright in a bowl of rice, as this symbolizes an offering to the dead. — Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 4 July 2026 Buddhists believe elephants are Buddha-like, symbolizing patience, wisdom and enlightenment. — ABC News, 3 July 2026 After all, the stars depicted on the nation's earliest flags were intended to symbolize the birth of a new constellation, with each representing one of the 13 original colonies that formed the early union, according to the Smithsonian Institution. — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for symbolize

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At issue is whether these modern rapid-fire rifles fit within the history of the gun rights protected by the 2nd Amendment or instead represent a new and dangerous threat to public safety that was unknown in 1791.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026
Attorney Ben Crump, who’s representing Wells’ family, said he’s dismayed by the lack of clear details that have emerged in the case.

— Holly Yan, CNN Money, 11 July 2026

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