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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In the skin care realm, Murgatroyd and Chmerkovskiy (who clearly speaks less throughout the livestream but provides a hefty dose of comedic relief nonetheless) give their seal of approval to the Good Molecules Skin Prep Essentials Kit and By Terry Hydra Balm.
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Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 8 Dec. 2025
Just like having Sean Baker’s imprimatur, the seal of approval from Martin Scorsese might steer many to India’s entry, Homebound by Neeraj Ghaywan, which tells the story of two small town friends with dreams of joining the police force.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2025
The sale even spans items that have earned Southern Living’s seal of approval, including this Crock-Pot slow cooker for under $35.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 1 Dec. 2025
For a big-ticket item to go under the Christmas tree, wrap up these popular Beats Studio Pro Headphones, which have a seal of approval from Oprah.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 28 Nov. 2025
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Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 8 Dec. 2025
Just like having Sean Baker’s imprimatur, the seal of approval from Martin Scorsese might steer many to India’s entry, Homebound by Neeraj Ghaywan, which tells the story of two small town friends with dreams of joining the police force.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2025
The sale even spans items that have earned Southern Living’s seal of approval, including this Crock-Pot slow cooker for under $35.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 1 Dec. 2025
For a big-ticket item to go under the Christmas tree, wrap up these popular Beats Studio Pro Headphones, which have a seal of approval from Oprah.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 28 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for seal of approval
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“Seal of approval.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seal%20of%20approval. Accessed 11 Dec. 2025.
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