as in representing
to serve as a material counterpart of
the flag symbolizes our country
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Recent Examples of symbolizing
That features signature touches including its cherry motif hot-stamped in gold, alongside an emblem with two hearts symbolizing the bond between parent and child.
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Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 4 Oct. 2025
Much like Bonnaroo symbolizing the beginning of summer, Pilgrimage has staked its claim as the unofficial start of fall in Middle Tennessee.
—Daniel Kohn, Rolling Stone, 29 Sep. 2025
The wreath placed on top of the coffin included white roses, symbolizing the white rose of Yorkshire, where Katharine was born.
—Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 16 Sep. 2025
His visit included a stop at the Berlin Wall, symbolizing his stand against barriers that divide humanity.
—Arizona Republic, AZCentral.com, 13 Sep. 2025
Biden and, by extension, Harris will be remembered even and perhaps especially by Democrats as symbolizing disappointment and defeat.
—W. James Antle Iii, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
Confidence emerged as a central theme, with red lipstick symbolizing power and self-assurance, and the tradition of affirming one another to reinforce resilience.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 12 Sep. 2025
With vocals and synths inspired by Celtic traditions and bagpipes, Griffin uses a sword, the Scottish Claymore, as a personal logo symbolizing resilience and the warrior spirit.
—Nadja Sayej, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
The parade ended with the release of 80,000 doves and an equal number of balloons in a visual spectacle symbolizing peace.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2025
Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 4 Oct. 2025
Much like Bonnaroo symbolizing the beginning of summer, Pilgrimage has staked its claim as the unofficial start of fall in Middle Tennessee.
—Daniel Kohn, Rolling Stone, 29 Sep. 2025
The wreath placed on top of the coffin included white roses, symbolizing the white rose of Yorkshire, where Katharine was born.
—Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 16 Sep. 2025
His visit included a stop at the Berlin Wall, symbolizing his stand against barriers that divide humanity.
—Arizona Republic, AZCentral.com, 13 Sep. 2025
Biden and, by extension, Harris will be remembered even and perhaps especially by Democrats as symbolizing disappointment and defeat.
—W. James Antle Iii, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
Confidence emerged as a central theme, with red lipstick symbolizing power and self-assurance, and the tradition of affirming one another to reinforce resilience.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 12 Sep. 2025
With vocals and synths inspired by Celtic traditions and bagpipes, Griffin uses a sword, the Scottish Claymore, as a personal logo symbolizing resilience and the warrior spirit.
—Nadja Sayej, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
The parade ended with the release of 80,000 doves and an equal number of balloons in a visual spectacle symbolizing peace.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for symbolizing
representing
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About 34 concerned parents — representing over 40 children enrolled in the center — signed a letter to Alverno and United Community Center leadership sharing their disappointment with the unclear timeline.—
Gina Lee Castro,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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Each metric was graded on a 100-point scale, with a score of 100 representing the most favorable conditions for small-city residents.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Symbolizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symbolizing. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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