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Typify (Verb)

Express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol; "What does the Statue of Liberty symbolize?".

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

The Statue of Liberty was built to typify freedom and democracy in America.
The cross is often used in art to typify Christian faith and devotion.
Nature's cycles of birth and death typify the life cycle of living things.
Many literary protagonists typify the struggles of growing up and finding one's identity.
The image of a dove has long been used in various cultures to typify peace.

Embody the essential characteristics of or be a typical example of; "The fugue typifies Bach's style of composition".

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

The Renaissance art of Leonardo da Vinci typifies the artistic ideals of the time period with its incredible level of detail and realism.
Her recent work typifies the current state of literary fiction, combining elements of psychological insight and lyrical prose.
The skyscrapers of downtown Manhattan typify the city's reputation for modernity and architectural innovation.
This classic novel typifies the themes of love, betrayal, and redemption found in many works of 19th-century literature.
The intricate carvings on the ancient temple typify the craftsmanship and artistry of the lost civilization.