seal of approval
noun phrase
: an action or statement that shows approval or official acceptance
The bill has the President's seal of approval.
—often used figurativelyFans have given the band's new song their seal of approval.
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Meanwhile, Miista showed a lineup of striking silhouettes for spring 2026 that certainly fit the bill — and come with New York City first lady Rama Duwaji’s seal of approval.
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Shelby Ying Hyde, Refinery29, 4 Feb. 2026
Only after that process is finished—and after the government grants a final seal of approval—will Waymo enter phase three, with the cars being made available for public use.
—Billy Perrigo, Time, 30 Jan. 2026
In other words, something about a building captures the fancy of an elite crowd, a few key people buy there, giving it their seal of approval, and a frenzy ensues.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 27 Jan. 2026
Don’t let this discourage you from shopping around if some of grandma’s furniture has fallen apart or been tossed over the years—these premium options are timeless, durable, and would have her seal of approval.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 23 Jan. 2026
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Shelby Ying Hyde, Refinery29, 4 Feb. 2026
Only after that process is finished—and after the government grants a final seal of approval—will Waymo enter phase three, with the cars being made available for public use.
—Billy Perrigo, Time, 30 Jan. 2026
In other words, something about a building captures the fancy of an elite crowd, a few key people buy there, giving it their seal of approval, and a frenzy ensues.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 27 Jan. 2026
Don’t let this discourage you from shopping around if some of grandma’s furniture has fallen apart or been tossed over the years—these premium options are timeless, durable, and would have her seal of approval.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 23 Jan. 2026
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“Seal of approval.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seal%20of%20approval. Accessed 11 Feb. 2026.
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