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 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
The White House has acknowledged that Trump’s visit would be heavier on symbolism and lighter on policy outcomes.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
We were being lifted by the strength of the message Barack was putting forward, but also, I knew, by the promise and the symbolism of the moment.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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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