symbolic
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The team also marked the beginning of testing with a symbolic moment by sending an email titled "Hello Universe," referencing the famous introductory messages used during the early days of computer programming.
From Science Daily • May 15, 2026
The summit did not happen, with Aoun saying a security deal needed to be in place and Israeli attacks needed to end before such a landmark symbolic meeting.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
"And I think these tax changes have probably become a bit symbolic in thinking about what's created this problem."
From BBC • May 12, 2026
Dr. Becky instructs listeners to take a symbolic action—no matter where you are, to take a step forward.
From Slate • May 10, 2026
“I never even heard of symbolic logic,” he said.
From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok
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The SAT: Language of the Test, List 6
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