in token of
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They will each give their consent to the other and make solemn vows, and in token of this they will each give and receive a ring.
From BBC • May 19, 2018
Each kisses his hand and brings it to her forehead in token of obedience as he passes along the line.
From Time Magazine Archive
When she came into Boston harbor four days later with a broom tied to her mast in token of a clean sweep rescue, she was given a tumultuous reception.
From Time Magazine Archive
The Leviathan averaged 27.48 knots for the same period and came into port with brooms roped to her masts in token of having swept clean the records of the sea.
From Time Magazine Archive
‘Hail, comers from afar!’ they said, and they turned the hilts of their swords towards the travellers in token of peace.
From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien
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