Thesaurus results for SYMBOLIZES

symbolizes

verb

present tense third-person singular of symbolize

as in represents

to serve as a material counterpart of the flag symbolizes our country

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Recent Examples of symbolizes Skenes’ recent inconsistency symbolizes a larger step back by the Pittsburgh rotation since the All-Star break, with Jared Jones and Mitch Keller also struggling, pushing the Bucs to the fringe of the playoff race. — Grant Brisbee, New York Times, 25 Aug. 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 Miss a question in English class and perhaps the red door symbolizes something else. — Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 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 In Linklater’s eyes, college symbolizes a fount of opportunity, a place where people can reinvent themselves, try on different identities, and embrace self-exploration. — Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 11 Aug. 2026 As far as Athena goes, the name is of Greek origin and belonged to the goddess of wisdom, strategic warfare and handicrafts, while Rose, like the flower, symbolizes love, beauty and passion. — Andrea Wurzburger, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026 The Post Office Tower, lean, practical, and futuristic, symbolizes the technical and architectural skill of this new age. — David Szondy august 01, New Atlas, 1 Aug. 2026

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represents

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Georgia Cartwright, the Fort Worth Herd trail boss, said each of the 17 longhorns represents a decade of the city’s existence.

— Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Aug. 2026
Jordan’s Ferrari represents Joopiter’s entry into the surging high-end collector-car market.

— Benjamin Burrows, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026

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