symbolizes

present tense third-person singular of symbolize

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of symbolizes The rite symbolizes the deceased's final departure from the world of the living and helps the family come to terms with the loss. — Arkansas Online, 4 Oct. 2026 In China and other East Asian countries, the Harvest Moon is celebrated during the Mid-Autumn Festival, when the full moon traditionally symbolizes reunion and togetherness. — Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 28 Sep. 2026 Tariffs imposed on Canadian imports now extend to hockey equipment, potentially increasing the cost of playing the very sport that perhaps best symbolizes the cultural connection between the two countries. — Rick Burton, Sportico.com, 18 Sep. 2026 The rite symbolizes the deceased’s final departure from the world of the living and helps the family come to terms with the loss. — ABC News, 17 Sep. 2026 The team’s headquarters symbolizes the financial commitment ownership has put into becoming championship-caliber. — Jordan Bianchi, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026 The hearing took place before a packed courtroom at the Leighton Criminal Court Building, as Golden’s supporters wore purple, a color that symbolizes survivors of domestic violence. — Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 24 Aug. 2026 Nothing symbolizes that frustration more than this effort to rewrite the Maryland Constitution in pursuit of partisan gain. — Yuripzy Morgan, Baltimore Sun, 20 Aug. 2026 This watch symbolizes the Pacific Ocean connection, featuring a deep blue dial that reflects clear coastal waters and sunlight, complemented by diamond-cut markers. — Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for symbolizes
represents
Verb
  • The gold leaves are from endemic species such as the strawberry tree, the silver represents those trees brought from afar; the whole symbolises the world coming together through travel.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • The fighting represents the sharpest escalation since a 2022 ceasefire between the Houthis, Yemen’s government and Saudi Arabia broke down in July.
    — Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026

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“Symbolizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symbolizes. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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