symbolic battle
definitions
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A conflict fought through ideas, rhetoric, or symbols rather than physical force, used to represent a larger ideological or political struggle.de: Symbolischer Kampf
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A struggle performed for ceremonial or ritualistic purposes that lacks real-world impact or physical consequence.de: Zeremonieller Kampf
examples
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The debate over the new law became a symbolic battle for the nation's identity.
Die Debatte über das neue Gesetz wurde zu einem symbolischen Kampf um die Identität der Nation.
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The annual parade included a symbolic battle between the two ancient clans to honor their history.
Die jährliche Parade beinhaltete einen symbolischen Kampf zwischen den beiden alten Clans, um ihre Geschichte zu ehren.