symbolizes

present tense third-person singular of symbolize

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Recent Examples of symbolizes In China and other East Asian countries, the Harvest Moon is celebrated during the Mid-Autumn Festival, when the full moon traditionally symbolizes reunion and togetherness. — Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 28 Sep. 2026 Tariffs imposed on Canadian imports now extend to hockey equipment, potentially increasing the cost of playing the very sport that perhaps best symbolizes the cultural connection between the two countries. — Rick Burton, Sportico.com, 18 Sep. 2026 The rite symbolizes the deceased’s final departure from the world of the living and helps the family come to terms with the loss. — ABC News, 17 Sep. 2026 The team’s headquarters symbolizes the financial commitment ownership has put into becoming championship-caliber. — Jordan Bianchi, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026 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 Nothing symbolizes that frustration more than this effort to rewrite the Maryland Constitution in pursuit of partisan gain. — Yuripzy Morgan, Baltimore Sun, 20 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for symbolizes
represents
Verb
  • However, given the company's solid track record of successfully delivering previous generation organizers to thousands of backers globally, the M3 represents a calculated bet rather than a shot in the dark.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 29 Sep. 2026
  • One of Florida's senators, Rick Scott, who represents schools like Florida State University and the University of Miami, preferred to keep their conference alignment options as open as possible, voted no on the bill.
    — Becky Sullivan, NPR, 28 Sep. 2026

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“Symbolizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symbolizes. Accessed 5 Oct. 2026.

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