national icon

Frequency: 7.018.2 per million words

A person or thing regarded as a representative symbol of a country.

iconADJECTIVE + NOUN

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national

Examples (10)

  • After winning the World Cup, the team captain became a national icon.
  • The famous poet is revered as a national icon in her homeland.
  • Over the years, the monument has become a cherished national icon.
  • He was celebrated not just as an actor, but as a national icon.
  • The rare bird serves as a national icon for conservation efforts.
  • She established herself as a national icon through her tireless activism.
  • The death of the national icon sparked days of public mourning.
  • Many young athletes aspire to become a national icon like him.
  • This bridge is a national icon recognized around the world.
  • Critics argue whether a pop star should be considered a national icon.