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emblems

noun

plural of emblem

as in symbols

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 emblems There is little in the way of cinematic inspiration, and the emphatic visual style with which the filmmakers aim to enliven the story life tends to turn characters into pristine emblems, albeit adorned with a few picturesque behavioral touches. — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 15 Oct. 2026 It’s paired with Frame’s signature Ritz Cigarette, a low-rise, slim silhouette in a dark indigo wash, finished with pocket embroidery and a removable gold charm keepsake chain featuring hotel emblems. — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026 The emblems are separate to the Games mascot, which will be revealed closer to the Games. — ABC News, 5 Oct. 2026 People choose emblems, like a star or a flower, for a little flair. — Christine Lennon, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026 The moment taps a broader wartime tradition in Ukraine, where heroic dogs, cats and rescuers become national emblems — and American gestures of solidarity carry growing political weight. — Laurie Kellman, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026 Additionally, the Singapore government has barred the public display of foreign national emblems — like the Palestinian flag —without a permit or exemption, which the band reportedly did not have. — Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 3 Aug. 2026 Singapore does not allow the public display of foreign national emblems without a permit or exemption, and the Palestinian flag is especially sensitive given the conflict in Gaza and Singapore’s Muslim population. — Reuters, NBC news, 3 Aug. 2026 The decision is tied to Singapore’s policies on public speech, which prohibit publicly displaying foreign national emblems without a permit or exemption. — Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 2 Aug. 2026

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Noun

Wild life patterning featured throughout the dress, with a particular emphasis on feathers that almost seemed reminiscent of the butterfly symbols Dolly Parton embraced all her life.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026
Many were peaceful but some 1,500 shops and many symbols of the state were vandalized, leading to more than 2,000 arrests.

— Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 21 Oct. 2026

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Officers at Indianapolis’ express consignment facility also intercepted 96 counterfeit watches bearing Swatch, Audemars Piguet and Rolex trademarks on July 30.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
The family currently holds more than 50 active trademarks for skin and hair care brands.

— Monika Evstatieva, NPR, 14 Oct. 2026

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Cruelty and chaos have become hallmarks of this administration.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026
Piane’s compositions provided a foundation for contestants to showcase their personalities, give memorable performances and embrace the camp and theatricality that became hallmarks of the franchise.

— Alicia Urrea, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2026

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