as in amulet
something worn or kept to bring good luck or keep away evil
a pendant of white nephrite jade is often worn by Indians as a talisman to ward off heart disease
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It is seen as a talisman of abundance, fertility, and eternity.
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Daphne Ewing-Chow, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
The Blue Devils dominated the glass 43-30, and their long perimeter defenders limited Wildcat talisman Caleb Love to a poor 3-of-13 shooting night, including 1-of-9 from deep.
—Jim Root, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
Since their talisman injured himself, Arsenal now rank eighth for the same statistic.
—Brett Koremenos, The Athletic, 21 Mar. 2025
Khepri Jewels creates modern-day talismans that inspire free expression through precious metals and gems.
—Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
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Daphne Ewing-Chow, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
The Blue Devils dominated the glass 43-30, and their long perimeter defenders limited Wildcat talisman Caleb Love to a poor 3-of-13 shooting night, including 1-of-9 from deep.
—Jim Root, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
Since their talisman injured himself, Arsenal now rank eighth for the same statistic.
—Brett Koremenos, The Athletic, 21 Mar. 2025
Khepri Jewels creates modern-day talismans that inspire free expression through precious metals and gems.
—Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for talisman
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“Talisman.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/talisman. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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