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 figuratively

Fans have given the band's new song their seal of approval.

Examples of seal of approval in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Now, the state representative has landed the official seal of approval from Texan native Willie Nelson. — Walden Green, Pitchfork, 9 Oct. 2026

This nonstick bakeware set earned Southern Living’s seal of approval for its range of pan sizes, lightweight construction, and affordable price. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 6 Oct. 2026

Stewart said of influencers Martha Stewart is giving this influencer her seal of approval. — Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026

Yet more than 80 businesses apparently flouted LegitScript's rules while touting its seal of approval, a CBS News investigation found. — Daniel Gilbert, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026

Rhymes for seal of approval

• disapproval
• reapproval
• removal
• uveal