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amulet

[am-yuh-lit] / ˈæm jə lɪt /
NOUN
charm
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This wartime amulet is apotropaic art, attempting to deflect the gamble with death.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 15, 2026

Roblox users can buy a bundle that includes a code to download the 2008 “Twilight” movie, a digital movie T-shirt and another item, such as a virtual amulet.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 17, 2025

Among her souvenirs is an earthenware amulet, a four-tier embossed-aluminum lunch box, and a fish-shaped ceramic vodka serving set.

From New York Times Apr. 11, 2023

Mr Marshall said there was no evidence of wear on the comb teeth, suggesting it was never used as a functional item but the circular hole may have meant it was worm as an amulet.

From BBC Feb. 28, 2023

He saw short cottony hair, dark skin, and an amulet hanging from a leather cord around her neck.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray

The gift shop overflowed with people buying beaded bracelets and amulets.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 23, 2026

In addition to three planes valued at more than $21 million, Anutin's declared assets as of December included two boats, several luxury cars and two-dozen amulets worth about $2.8 million, according to official disclosures.

From Barron's Mar. 19, 2026

Some people were buried with personal ornaments - bangles, beads, amulets - which could not be passed on to others.

From BBC Oct. 5, 2023

Cash, jewelry and amulets were found in many spots, including the monks’ private quarters, police said.

From Seattle Times May 11, 2023

Still, I could look at the pictures while the demon girl outlined the story about flying carpets and phoenixes and magical amulets and cranky old sand elves who lived on beaches.

From "Dragonwings" by Laurence Yep




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