microcosm

Example Sentences

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It is a microcosm of the broader trade landscape in Malaysia, an emerging economy where U.S. exports have to compete with locally made products and goods from elsewhere, particularly China, Malaysia’s biggest trading partner.

From The Wall Street Journal

The Memphis game turned into a microcosm of that trend, with the Lakers building leads through effort and intensity only to see them crumble behind less-inspired play.

From Los Angeles Times

“It’s a microcosm for what’s happening in Humboldt County. It’s a microcosm for the challenges that California is facing.”

From Los Angeles Times

The undulating layers and microcosms that make up her jewelry’s signature “biomorphic” look extend into her fine art practice, as well.

From Los Angeles Times

“I just like to break it down to the smallest microcosm of what a football play is,” Haines said.

From Los Angeles Times