totem
Example Sentences
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His sculptures, composed of stacked forms and glazed in natural colors, bring to mind chimneys, duct work and totem poles.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026
"It is a totem of celebration for Chinese people and people around the world," he said.
From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026
Indeed, it is difficult to think of any place outside the tribal areas of Afghanistan or Waziristan where the firearm is such a cultural totem.
From Salon • Feb. 7, 2026
The absentee totem, the one with the power to make all the major calls he pleases without having the responsibility of justifying them in any public forum.
From BBC • Oct. 27, 2025
When the salmon run finished several weeks later, Cole danced their dance and carved their figure into his totem.
From "Touching Spirit Bear" by Ben Mikaelsen
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