touchstone

Example Sentences

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The film is a generational touchstone, from the importance of relationships, self-sacrifice and doing what is right, to the consequences of concentrated wealth and greed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

She likened it to Whittier Boulevard, a touchstone of Mexican American culture in Southern California.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026

The book was a touchstone in her own life, because she admired its heroine’s courage even if she never had the courage to emulate it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

The film was not a major success on its initial release but steadily grew into a midnight-movie favorite and international cult touchstone.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2026

“I’m not a good touchstone to use for judging your sanity.”

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss