This fractured syntax takes us into the realm of what literary academics call the "liberated signifier," a free-associational world where signs and meanings float around without an established code to connect them.

Was there an established code for calling so they would know it was you?

IAPMO Marks of Conformity are widely recognized and represent the highest degree of integrity in showing compliance with established codes and standards including:

His androgynous Mediterranean smoothness permits him casually to breach the established American code of male-to-male distancing customs.

In his mind, the Mig's action had violated all the established codes of aerial combat.

Gregory tries to get help from his fellow criminals calling upon an established code that exists between them.

According to an established code, the maneuvers were used to announce the presence of a German U-boat, and to mark it's exact position, the Kingfisher dropped a smoke float.

Many creations of ArtyA are world-first, providing a fresh look and an original design that contrast with the established codes of traditional watchmaking.

There is an established code just for that.

The United States had many pre-existing airports with established mnemonic codes.