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Symbolism
Symbolism is the use of a symbol, which can be a word or an image, to communicate a distinct idea. For example; a dove is a symbol of peace. These symbols may be culturally specific.
“If you’re familiar with the Game of Thrones tagline ‘Winter is coming’, you’ve encountered obvious symbolism.”

“Both of Isaac Julien’s films comprise a symbolic crossroads of borders, cultures, and identities.”
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