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also emblematical
as in symbolic
having the function or meaning of an object or figure that stands for something else
the dove is emblematic of the organization's mission to bring some peace to a troubled world
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Recent Examples of emblematic
The data suggests that the chaotic events of 2024 — punctuated by two assassination attempts against President Trump — are emblematic of a volatile period in American politics.
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Andrew Solender, Axios, 3 Feb. 2025
Vance's combative tone was emblematic of the broader MAGA cultural agenda, which prioritizes division over unity and power over mercy.
—Jonathan Granoff, Newsweek, 28 Jan. 2025
His voice became emblematic for many long-time fans of NASCAR.
—Jonathan Granoff, Newsweek, 29 Jan. 2025
Pacific Palisades, the Los Angeles neighborhood that's been devastated by the Palisades fire, is emblematic of the insurance nightmare increasingly facing homeowners residing in regions prone to climate disasters.
—CBS News, 24 Jan. 2025
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Andrew Solender, Axios, 3 Feb. 2025
Vance's combative tone was emblematic of the broader MAGA cultural agenda, which prioritizes division over unity and power over mercy.
—Jonathan Granoff, Newsweek, 28 Jan. 2025
His voice became emblematic for many long-time fans of NASCAR.
—Jonathan Granoff, Newsweek, 29 Jan. 2025
Pacific Palisades, the Los Angeles neighborhood that's been devastated by the Palisades fire, is emblematic of the insurance nightmare increasingly facing homeowners residing in regions prone to climate disasters.
—CBS News, 24 Jan. 2025
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“Emblematic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emblematic. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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