as in symbol
a device, design, or figure used as an identifying mark
the oil company uses a scallop shell as its emblem
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Recent Examples of emblem
Instead, Modi described the temple as an emblem of India’s present and future greatness—its rising economic might, its growing navy, its moon missions, and, most of all, its immense human energy and potential.
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Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 2 Jan. 2025
Nene were designated as the official emblem of the Territory of Hawaii in 1957, prior to Hawaii’s statehood.
—Maddie Bender, Smithsonian Magazine, 28 Jan. 2025
During his memorial, his coffin was secured on the van and draped in the Syrian flag—not the one that hung from Assad’s palace but an earlier version, with three red stars, that had been revived as an emblem of the revolution.
—Jon Lee Anderson, The New Yorker, 27 Jan. 2025
My goal is to strengthen the emotional bond the brand shares with its customers, continuing to uphold a philosophy that celebrates belonging and the values of polo, turning them into the emblem of a sentiment that can also inspire the fashion community.
—Martino Carrera, WWD, 16 Jan. 2025
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Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 2 Jan. 2025
Nene were designated as the official emblem of the Territory of Hawaii in 1957, prior to Hawaii’s statehood.
—Maddie Bender, Smithsonian Magazine, 28 Jan. 2025
During his memorial, his coffin was secured on the van and draped in the Syrian flag—not the one that hung from Assad’s palace but an earlier version, with three red stars, that had been revived as an emblem of the revolution.
—Jon Lee Anderson, The New Yorker, 27 Jan. 2025
My goal is to strengthen the emotional bond the brand shares with its customers, continuing to uphold a philosophy that celebrates belonging and the values of polo, turning them into the emblem of a sentiment that can also inspire the fashion community.
—Martino Carrera, WWD, 16 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for emblem
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The show was centered on a large-scale painting that presents a counter-history of Mexican identity blending symbols of a hyper-masculinized past with that of an industrialized future.—
Harrison Jacobs,
ARTnews.com,
10 Feb. 2025
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The symbol of the Nazi Party in Hitler’s Germany remains in circulation today among white supremacists and hate groups.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
10 Feb. 2025
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So how did the Super Bowl logo conspiracy theory come about?—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
5 Feb. 2025
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Its distinctly vintage feel, with leather piping and a gold logo, adds a bit of extra flare.—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
5 Feb. 2025
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Every practice and every game is that way for Maciejewski, who resonates as the emotional leader for the Titans who sets the tone, manner and personality with his trademark hustle.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Feb. 2025
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Adidas’s tri-stripe trademark flanks her left leg, the high-contrast bands cutting a slope against the gridded wall behind her.—
Nick Remsen,
Vogue,
1 Feb. 2025
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Efficiency was a hallmark of LaVine’s tenure in Chicago.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Feb. 2025
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While media often simplifies the craft, Exquisite Knives focuses on authenticity, showcasing pieces that highlight the skill, patience, and artistry required to achieve the ABS hallmark.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
2 Feb. 2025
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“Emblem.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emblem. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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