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as in symbol
a device, design, or figure used as an identifying mark
the hallmark of the Primrose Pottery Works is the small rose emblem etched on each piece
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as in characteristic
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
regards kindness and gentleness as the hallmarks of a real man
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Recent Examples of hallmark
Brandon Truitt,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk Wednesday said the killing of a Russian artist who was critical of President Vladimir Putin has the hallmarks of a political assassination.
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Emma Burrows,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
Beth Krietsch,
SELF,
26 Aug. 2020
In normal circumstances, the teenage experience is hallmarked by big emotions.
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Jennifer Folsom,
NBC News,
2 Apr. 2020
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Finley Sinclair said the Scottish faithful are prepared to contribute to the record-setting crowd noise that has become a hallmark of their fan base.
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Brandon Truitt,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk Wednesday said the killing of a Russian artist who was critical of President Vladimir Putin has the hallmarks of a political assassination.
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Emma Burrows,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
Verb
This process is what leads to hallmark rheumatoid arthritis symptoms like painful, swollen joints, joint stiffness, fatigue, fever, and more.
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Beth Krietsch,
SELF,
26 Aug. 2020
In normal circumstances, the teenage experience is hallmarked by big emotions.
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Jennifer Folsom,
NBC News,
2 Apr. 2020
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Shiites hold their most sacred and emotionally charged annual ritual — Ashura — to commemorate Hussein’s death, honoring him as a galvanizing symbol of the fight against oppression.
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Instead of traditional sheet music, musicians learn songs through colors, shapes, symbols and other familiar tools.
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Those characteristics could make the biochar useful beyond fuel applications.
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Though every case is unique, based on those that the NCMEC has tracked, there are some common characteristics among individuals who carry out fetal abductions, Steinbach says.
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Temperatures are expected to jump significantly across Southern California between Tuesday and Thursday this week, which marks the first full week of summer.
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Schwarber’s major league-leading home run total climbed to 28, and the performance marked the fifth three-homer game of his career.
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However, Manfred said the Dodgers and Giants were allowed to keep using Pride emblems on uniforms and hats under a grandfathered exception because Los Angeles and San Francisco are home to large LGBTQ communities and both clubs wanted to show support for those fans.
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Dismissed by some as a publicity stunt, the crew proved the naysayers wrong, becoming a formidable presence and a powerful emblem of change.
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Opt for these wireless ones with a 50-hour battery life, comfortable padding, and more handy features.
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One of the most distinguishing features of the new planes are the colors painted on its exterior.
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For the 10th anniversary of its Horizon rolling cases, which were made in collaboration with design star Marc Newson, the brand crafted a version in lightweight aluminum that’s stamped with its signature monogram.
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And part of what drives me for change is trying to stamp that thought out of my brain.
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EssilorLuxottica’s logo appears alongside Meta’s on the inside of the temple arms and on the packaging.
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Minimalist details like monochromatic stitching and a subtle Kate Spade logo clasp add to its understated elegance.
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Too many teams, not enough quality.
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Researchers are hoping to better understand what Minnesotans think about water quality.
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“Hallmark.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hallmark. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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