symbolism
Example Sentences
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The symbolism of doing “Walküre” is, for Dudamel, unmistakable.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
The symbolism of the location itself loomed over the demonstrations.
From Salon • May 17, 2026
"The symbolism of having a conference hall in Gaza is profoundly significant," she said.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
"The meeting... was big on warm words and symbolism but not outcomes," said Susannah Streeter, chief investment strategist at Wealth Club.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
“She’ll have to learn the symbolism of the revolution,” somebody said.
From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright
Vocabulary lists containing symbolism
Literary Devices & Figures of Speech - Introductory
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Poetry: Literary Devices
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The AP English Exam: Rhetorical and Literary Terms 3
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