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symbolic

[sim-bol-ik] / sɪmˈbɒl ɪk /


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Since the dawn of writing, we’ve used a little trick called symbolic reasoning, aka math.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

But those actions seem more symbolic than substantive.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

These exchanges appear to have encouraged cultural growth, more complex social behavior, and innovations such as formal burials and the symbolic use of ochre for decoration.

From Science Daily • Apr. 12, 2026

“This symbolic milestone reinforces Tesla’s autonomy lead,” Percoco wrote in a Friday note to clients.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

Ruby said, “Probably they consider this some sort of organized resistance, or symbolic act.”

From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols




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