symbolism

Example Sentences

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There’s more to this outcome than Resistance-pleasing symbolism, though.

From Slate • Mar. 28, 2026

But symbolism is important in maintaining a democratic society under the rule of law.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026

"Even when situations are nowhere near that scale, the symbolism remains powerful."

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

He has deliberately worked to reclaim the Dutch flag from far‑right symbolism and angry farmers by presenting it as a source of inclusive, progressive pride.

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

Emmanuel knows that scientific progress cannot be stopped, and that someone else will eventually discover gravitons, but he admires the symbolism of the act.

From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson