totem

Example Sentences

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His sculptures, composed of stacked forms and glazed in natural colors, bring to mind chimneys, duct work and totem poles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

"It is a totem of celebration for Chinese people and people around the world," he said.

From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026

Indeed, it is difficult to think of any place outside the tribal areas of Afghanistan or Waziristan where the firearm is such a cultural totem.

From Salon • Feb. 7, 2026

“Spatial awareness is always bottom of the totem pole.”

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 23, 2025

He had metallic golden skin, armor made from platinum links, and an iron staff the size of a totem pole.

From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan