symbolic
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At the center of that impulse is the arch, which will destroy a poignant visual reminder of Kennedy, who is perhaps more symbolic of that consensus than any other American.
From Salon • May 7, 2026
Energy prices are still much higher than before the conflict, but international standard Brent and US benchmark West Texas Intermediate are both now below the symbolic $100 level.
From Barron's • May 7, 2026
The vote was largely symbolic but gave Palestinians an opportunity to express a desire for change.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
Something to remind them of their symbolic proximity to the sun and everything that it touches.
From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026
And he turns me around and gives me a symbolic push in the other direction.
From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron
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