1.   He was driven by an enormous ambition and unrelenting ego, making him a living symbol of black self-determination.

2.   American presidents must strike a balance between their duties as politicians and as the living symbol of the nation.

3.   At a mosque frequented by young supporters of Anwar, some said Azizah was indispensable as the living symbol of their imprisoned leader.

4.   Boyd brought a mule to the crowded sidewalk and warned TV crews not to get close to its hind legs, lest the living symbol kick.

5.   Brown is a living symbol of a certain stylish San Francisco, whether you love him or hate him.

6.   Do not underestimate the power of sports to provide the living symbols that will drive social change.

7.   Elway has become a living symbol of refusing to be defeated by defeat.

8.   For Ms. Benstock, being a living symbol has had a price.

9.   Muhammad Ali, the most famous black Muslim of all, is a living symbol of the journey black Muslims have made.

10.   Ms. Steinberg thereby became a living symbol of ageless lamentation.