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also ikon
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as in symbol
a written or printed mark that is meant to convey information to the reader
the player's remote control is very user-friendly as it doesn't use any icons that you haven't seen a million times before
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as in avatar
a visible representation of something abstract (as a quality)
cites Marlene Dietrich as an icon of old-time Hollywood glamour
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as in star
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
a sports bar filled with photos of icons from football, basketball, and baseball
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as in image
a two dimensional design intended to look like a person or thing
any icon of the Deity is regarded as blasphemous by adherents of that religion
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Recent Examples of icon
Music icon Selena Quintanilla-Pérez's killer, Yolanda Saldívar, was denied parole by Texas' parole board Thursday.
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Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Kirk Gibson speaks Our Jack Harris talked to Dodgers icon Kirk Gibson recently about Freddie Freeman‘s grand slam in Game 1 of the World Series.
—Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2025
There are icons of Danish Modernism, American Arts and Crafts, and the Memphis movement.
—Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 26 Mar. 2025
Marlee Matlin struggled to balance professional success with the pressures of being an icon for the deaf community.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 26 Mar. 2025
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Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Kirk Gibson speaks Our Jack Harris talked to Dodgers icon Kirk Gibson recently about Freddie Freeman‘s grand slam in Game 1 of the World Series.
—Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2025
There are icons of Danish Modernism, American Arts and Crafts, and the Memphis movement.
—Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 26 Mar. 2025
Marlee Matlin struggled to balance professional success with the pressures of being an icon for the deaf community.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 26 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for icon
Noun
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This season has been much different for Grisham, who was the hero of a 10-4 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates at a soaked PNC Park on Saturday afternoon.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
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The last time these two clubs faced off was on Dec. 15, 2024, a 2-1 victory for Manchester United in which Bruno Fernandes and Amad Diallo were the heroes.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Apr. 2025
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For Morris, the moon isn’t just a celestial body with a cratered, rocky surface, but a symbol of human vision and yearning.—
Leslie Katz,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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At the heart of the story are four women vying for the crown in the annual prison beauty pageant, a symbol of dignity and transformation inside the bleak walls of confinement.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
2 Apr. 2025
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What does this mean for Gen Alpha? Their early emotional bonds are forming through avatars and virtual hangouts.—
Cathy Hackl,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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Out of this wreckage, two months later, steps you, a silent avatar with no memory.—
Josh Broadwell,
Rolling Stone,
18 Mar. 2025
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Here are three takeaways from the Royals-O’s series: Kris Bubic stars in starter’s role The Royals always knew Bubic had the intangibles to become a big-league starting pitcher.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
6 Apr. 2025
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Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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The images feature the brand’s ready-to-wear, custom and bespoke suits, the latter of which are available by appointment with the company’s master tailor.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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The New Yorker received the National Magazine Award for photography, winning for images illustrating three very distinct stories.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2025
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But after Bonet departed the series following its first season, the focus shifted to characters played by Jasmine Guy, Kadeem Hardison, Dawnn Lewis, Glynn Turman, Cory Tyler, Lou Myers, Darryl M. Bell, Cree Summer, and Charnele Brown.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
28 Mar. 2025
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From a personality standpoint, many have praised Dart for his competitive mindset and character, something that coach Mike Tomlin often values.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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Like the latest incarnation of Snow White, Order of the Seven was set to be made in London and that shines a spotlight on the finances of the production.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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Consider the pediatric incarnations of old familiar diagnoses—bronchitis, pneumonia, influenza, COVID-19, RSV.—
Kathryn Schulz,
New Yorker,
29 Mar. 2025
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The message is clear, from designers, brands, fashion media, and celebrities alike: America’s mall brands are next up.—
Aamina Inayat Khan,
StyleCaster,
10 Apr. 2025
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And Adidas, Puma and even Reebok are also doubling down on their attempts to lure women, partnering with WNBA stars and other athletes and celebrities popular with females.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Icon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/icon. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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