as in autograph
a person's name written in their own handwriting often given to indicate awareness or consent I'll just need your signature on the application, and then we're all set

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Recent Examples of signature Foodies will enjoy the signature delights of the region, like Tropea onions, spicy nduja sausage spread, and the classic frozen Tartufo, made with layers of mouthwatering gelato. Gary Portuesi, Travel + Leisure, 30 Sep. 2025 This includes the scented candle that was a signature of the original store, which shuttered in 2017, and a reissue of Abloh’s spin on the Braun BC02 alarm clock. Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2025 Facing defending champion Philadelphia on the road gives the Denver Broncos (+3000) a chance to earn an early signature win. Scott Phillips, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025 Also new at the market is the Boat Bar, a centerpiece that features a spritz menu (a great drink for these still-warm days) and signature cocktails. Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for signature
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Noun
  • In New York City, Scarlett Johansson and Colin Jost have a date night at a screening of her directorial debut Eleanor the Great, and Mariah Carey signs autographs ahead of her new album Here for It All.
    Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2025
  • There will also be chances to meet members of the Rattlers and get autographs, along with the team showing off its new city edition uniform, which showcases the Rattlers’ connection with Fort Worth.
    Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Robbie was in the photo as well, albeit with his hand blocking the majority of his face.
    Megan McCluskey, Time, 29 Sep. 2025
  • How strong a hand does a jump rebid show in competition?
    Deb Harvell, Arkansas Online, 28 Sep. 2025

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“Signature.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/signature. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.

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