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as in emblem
a device, design, or figure used as an identifying mark
the traditional physician's symbol of a staff entwined with a snake
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as in sign
a written or printed mark that is meant to convey information to the reader
the symbol ¶ indicates where a new paragraph should begin symbols such as emoji that are used in texts
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as in to symbolize
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The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
Her importance is so great that her image, which originated in Mexico, has become a transnational symbol, her influence growing across the U.S. due to migration and the increased presence of Mexican culture.
—David Ulloa Jr, The Arizona Republic, 8 Dec. 2024
Julian Chokkattu, Wired, 8 Sep. 2020
The Unicode Consortium—the organization in charge of determining which symbols our devices are supposed to recognize—has more and more been measuring the wrong thing in the process of approving new emoji.
—Wired, 8 Nov. 2019
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Ellis Island may be the emblematic image of twentieth-century immigration to the U.S., but this academic history argues that a more accurate symbol is that of the county jail.
—The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
Her importance is so great that her image, which originated in Mexico, has become a transnational symbol, her influence growing across the U.S. due to migration and the increased presence of Mexican culture.
—David Ulloa Jr, The Arizona Republic, 8 Dec. 2024
Verb
Press and hold the app icon, tap App Info (the i symbol), and tap Permissions.
—Julian Chokkattu, Wired, 8 Sep. 2020
The Unicode Consortium—the organization in charge of determining which symbols our devices are supposed to recognize—has more and more been measuring the wrong thing in the process of approving new emoji.
—Wired, 8 Nov. 2019
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Strings of clear lights decorate Wickham’s wreath, a mélange of gleaming black and silver hubcaps bearing the emblems of all kinds of cars — Toyota, Ford, Honda, Nissan, Chevrolet and one Tesla.Mike Klingaman, Baltimore Sun, 28 Nov. 2024
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Everything from handmade scissors decorated with a stork (the bird emblem of Uzbekistan signifying peace, happiness and freedom) to miniature paintings where the paint has been swapped out for coffee can be bought here.Yasemen Kaner-White, theweek, 26 Nov. 2024
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And as the quality of 3D printers rises as prices fall, the trend shows no signs of stopping, threatening to make America a veritable Wild West of untraceable weapons, according to experts, ex-police officers and the White House.Jane Onyanga-Omara, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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Symptoms like snoring, mouth breathing and a constant open-lip position are common signs.Maria Sokolina, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Catalonia’s Tourism Board says the log symbolizes the spirit of the forest, as well as protection and fertility, and helps to teach children patience.Chad de Guzman, TIME, 18 Dec. 2024
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Snowflakes, snowfall, and snowmen symbolize cocaine.Mattha Busby, WIRED, 17 Dec. 2024
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One sleeve is adorned with the classic Moncler logo, while a drawcord hood, zippered front pockets, and an adjustable hem add to the appeal of this layerable piece.Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 13 Dec. 2024
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Taco Bell The logo for Taco Bell is seen on the sign outside of the fast food restaurant.Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 13 Dec. 2024
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Shortly after mailing the letter, he was shot dead on the street by Argentine security services.Joshua Hammer, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 Dec. 2024
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The letter requested a formal investigation into the flights, clear communication to officials and an implementation of preventative measures to tackle unsafe drone operations.Sophia Pargas, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
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Kathryn Wylde, president and CEO of the Partnership for New York City, a nonprofit organization which represents New York City’s global business leaders and major employers, told CNN the call will include top State Police officials and counterterrorism law enforcement.Kara Scannell, CNN, 16 Dec. 2024
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In 2022, a lawyer representing Christe Chen's parents said their daughter's body was so badly damaged that she couldn't be embalmed for return to the U.S. and her remains were cremated.CBS News, CBS News, 16 Dec. 2024
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With their trademark charm, Sinatra and Davis inquire about their drink choice.Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Other colors are available, including the marque’s trademark Silver Arrow finish.Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 9 Dec. 2024
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The game has come to embody the spirit of the armed forces; the Black Knights come from the United States Military Academy at West Point and the Midshipmen are from the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis.Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
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Buendia arguably embodied that school of thought more than any other.Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Symbol.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symbol. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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