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also emblematical
as in symbolic
having the function or meaning of an object or figure that stands for something else
the dove is emblematic of the organization's mission to bring some peace to a troubled world
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That conversation was emblematic of Bonderman’s trust in people—and his understanding that relationships are far more valuable than transactions.
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Marc Stad, TIME, 16 Dec. 2024
The bright red Coast Guard helicopters and aircraft are emblematic of America’s life-saving maritime law enforcement service.
—Craig Hooper, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
Best Restaurants The Lauber A lively bar and grill located in an old sheet metal factory, The Lauber is emblematic of South Bend’s rebirth.
—Sarah Cahalan, Travel + Leisure, 13 Dec. 2024
In April 2019, Parisians saw Notre-Dame de Paris, one of their most emblematic monuments and one of the world’s most elaborate examples of Gothic architecture, go up in flames.
—Sarah Belmont, ARTnews.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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Marc Stad, TIME, 16 Dec. 2024
The bright red Coast Guard helicopters and aircraft are emblematic of America’s life-saving maritime law enforcement service.
—Craig Hooper, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
Best Restaurants The Lauber A lively bar and grill located in an old sheet metal factory, The Lauber is emblematic of South Bend’s rebirth.
—Sarah Cahalan, Travel + Leisure, 13 Dec. 2024
In April 2019, Parisians saw Notre-Dame de Paris, one of their most emblematic monuments and one of the world’s most elaborate examples of Gothic architecture, go up in flames.
—Sarah Belmont, ARTnews.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Emblematic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emblematic. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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