symbolic
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"And I think these tax changes have probably become a bit symbolic in thinking about what's created this problem."
From BBC • May 12, 2026
In this interpretation, Satan is treated not as a symbolic figure alone, but as a physical impactor that remained whole while permanently altering Earth's structure.
From Science Daily • May 11, 2026
Dr. Becky instructs listeners to take a symbolic action—no matter where you are, to take a step forward.
From Slate • May 10, 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
Ruby said, “Probably they consider this some sort of organized resistance, or symbolic act.”
From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols
Vocabulary lists containing symbolic
The SAT: Language of the Test, List 6
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The ACT: The Language of the Test, List 5
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