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symbolism

[sim-buh-liz-uhm] / ˈsɪm bəˌlɪz əm /
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“The symbolism is very important, but the actual investing ramifications of it are really not,” Sosnick said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 24, 2026

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia joined throngs of devotees waving Spanish and Vatican flags in Cibeles Square for a service filled with religious symbolism.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

The symbolism, like the scar Daphne has from the car accident, is clear and obvious.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

The 2026 theme is "Out of this World", with installations inspired by space travel, astrology and spiritual symbolism.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

The award had never been presented to so many people at one time, and this showed the true symbolism of our cause.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers




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