as in represents
to serve as a material counterpart of
the flag symbolizes our country
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Beyond that, what's happening at First Baptist may be a model of the hope and rebirth that Christmas symbolizes for Christians.
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Sophie Carson, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Upon my arrival, I was embraced by the soothing sounds of nature and greeted with a traditional blessing of holy water and a sprinkle of rice on my forehead, which symbolizes prosperity and well-being.
—Megan Murphy, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2024
Each piece symbolizes unwavering belief and spiritual connection, perfect to compliment your festive dressing.
—Angela Lei, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Rafiki symbolizes supernatural wisdom, and his ability to see beyond what eyes can see is a great reminder to tween and teen viewers to honor the wisdom and experiences of elders.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 21 Dec. 2024
Everything [in Georgia] symbolizes wine—like the architecture of the medieval century, like churches, even Georgian polyphonic singing, which reminds me of the curly vines.
—Kurt Johnson, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Dec. 2024
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
Gold color symbolizes out the richness in our state, people, land and views.
—Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
The white star symbolizes Chicago and its upper-right location.
—Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
Sophie Carson, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Upon my arrival, I was embraced by the soothing sounds of nature and greeted with a traditional blessing of holy water and a sprinkle of rice on my forehead, which symbolizes prosperity and well-being.
—Megan Murphy, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2024
Each piece symbolizes unwavering belief and spiritual connection, perfect to compliment your festive dressing.
—Angela Lei, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Rafiki symbolizes supernatural wisdom, and his ability to see beyond what eyes can see is a great reminder to tween and teen viewers to honor the wisdom and experiences of elders.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 21 Dec. 2024
Everything [in Georgia] symbolizes wine—like the architecture of the medieval century, like churches, even Georgian polyphonic singing, which reminds me of the curly vines.
—Kurt Johnson, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Dec. 2024
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
Gold color symbolizes out the richness in our state, people, land and views.
—Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
The white star symbolizes Chicago and its upper-right location.
—Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
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