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signify

[sig-nuh-fahy] / ˈsɪg nəˌfaɪ /




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The rally is causing momentum indicators to flash signals that could signify a heavily crowded trade ripe for a correction.

From MarketWatch Jun. 16, 2026

Disney said in its news release that it is a new certification for premium large format theaters and “will signify to audiences which auditoriums offer the biggest, brightest, and most immersive cinematic experiences.”

From Barron's May 22, 2026

In more recent years, astronauts still use music to signify different moments in space.

From BBC Apr. 10, 2026

It’s a way to signify ownership, but also a sense of clear identity.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 8, 2026

“LORE says he was, but I know better. There are twelve signs that will signify who the true Manowari is, and no one has fulfilled all twelve. Yet.”

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas

However, the move for airlines stocks—and cruise operators—is still sizable and signifies the next leg up for the sector’s recovery.

From Barron's Jun. 15, 2026

Dahlia Lithwick: This seems like a very technical case, but that 6–3 split signifies a lot.

From Slate Jun. 11, 2026

But in L.A., none is so iconic as the giant looming penguin that signifies milkshakes, burgers, oldies playlists and sheer Americana at the end of the road.

From Los Angeles Times May 12, 2026

A hale and hearty speed signifies that your body’s systems—including your heart, lungs, muscles and nervous system—are working well together.

From The Wall Street Journal May 9, 2026

REELTOK: Here's question one: In the Jewish faith, a bar mitzvah signifies the beginning of manhood.

From "Linked" by Gordon Korman

The name, first used by a band of World War I-era Jewish spies, signified that no one identified in the attack would be forgotten.

From The Wall Street Journal May 21, 2026

"So that wall of noise, for me, signified breaking out of a traditional mould, both as a human, but also musically."

From BBC May 2, 2026

Palantir’s Artificial Intelligence Platform signified a breakthrough, as customers realized Palantir could provide AI solutions that were effective, Luria said.

From MarketWatch Apr. 4, 2026

There was no explanation why the note was released and whether it is signified Larijani was still alive.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 17, 2026

Gene signified beginning, giving birth, while bbeu indicated existence and growth.

From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas

He wore a black turban, signifying direct descendance from the Prophet Muhammad.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 8, 2026

Head of football operations Damian Vidagany held his hands on his head at the final whistle, signifying a release of pressure, before embracing Tielemans.

From BBC May 20, 2026

If we had, it might have come with a purposefully incomprehensible slogan, absent any sound or fury but definitely signifying nothing.

From Salon May 17, 2026

A combination of letters signifying a person or brand feels Old World rather than the shiny new feeling that defines our casual, everyday West Coast lifestyle.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 8, 2026

Seeing her, he had tucked up one bottom end of his apron into the belt, signifying that he was off duty for the moment and had come from behind the bar to meet her.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith




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