talisman

Example Sentences

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For many of the 20- and 30-something shoppers, these talismans of corporate feminism didn’t just feel cringeworthy, but myopic and willfully naive.

From Los Angeles Times

Wales' fans were given a chance to say goodbye to their talisman before the match as he was introduced to the crowd and given a standing ovation.

From BBC

Archaeologists found iron nails used as talismans in a Roman tomb in southwestern Turkey.

From New York Times

Occult practice: Archaeologists found iron nails used as talismans in a Roman tomb.

From New York Times

Nails from tombs and crucifixions were sometimes even worn around the neck as talismans against fevers, malaria and evil spells.

From New York Times