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as in trademark
a device (as a word) identifying the maker of a piece of merchandise and legally reserved for the exclusive use of that person or company
a company that was sued for using a name that was very similar to a rival's brand
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as in stain
a mark of guilt or disgrace
always felt that her shabby clothes showed the brand of poverty
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as in sword
a hand weapon with a length of metal sharpened on one or both sides and usually tapered to a sharp point
on the battlefield lies our hero, slain by some fell brand
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as in to etch
to produce a vivid impression of
the exact words my father spoke as he left us are branded in my memory
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Recent Examples of brand
Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 3 May 2025
The comic book brand drew some of its most positive reviews in some time for this new entry.
—J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 3 May 2025
Hank Tucker, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Ceramic tile, mirror tile, branded red oak flooring, vinyl, spray enamel, oil stick, black soap, wax, 97 1/4 ×1561/2 × 2 1/8 in.
—Stephanie Sporn, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The distinct moments for the brand that have begun already include special-edition products, events, and stories.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 3 May 2025
The comic book brand drew some of its most positive reviews in some time for this new entry.
—J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 3 May 2025
Verb
All of these spikes have corresponded with market crashes, branding the VIX as a fear gauge.
—Hank Tucker, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Ceramic tile, mirror tile, branded red oak flooring, vinyl, spray enamel, oil stick, black soap, wax, 97 1/4 ×1561/2 × 2 1/8 in.
—Stephanie Sporn, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brand
Noun
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While Markle didn't address potential trademark issues, experts told Fox News Digital that the duchess missed an opportunity to appear more relatable.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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The premium deodorant body spray and fragrance company AXE has just unveiled its latest campaign with daring comedian and actor Pete Davidson, bringing his trademark wit, authenticity, and underdog charm to the brand’s mission of helping guys feel their best.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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While any first-round loss is a stain on the Lakers’ legacy, at least this loss comes with hope.—
Bill Plaschke,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2025
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Although it’s made from a cushy fabric, the rug won’t hold stains and just needs to be spot-cleaned with soap and water.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Here, matching three swords to defeat a rogue computer in a dank basement required enduring 88 grueling rounds.—
The New York Times,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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The conquistadors raped Indigenous women, chopped off Indians’ hands, used swords as spits to roast Indian babies over fires as their mothers watched.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
23 Apr. 2025
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Given how serene progress has been on the pitch and with a squad that is now fully fit and competing on all fronts, an image of Emery — a walking deity in most supporters’ minds — climbing those Wembley steps to lift the cup would be forever etched into memory.—
Sam Lee,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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For a chip design firm, a particular wafer or etching tool may be sourced through a vendor who relies on imports from China or Southeast Asia.—
Kevin Carroll,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Apr. 2025
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It’s been a stunning descent for Combs, who became a billionaire after building a business empire that encompassed a record label and media properties, a clothing line, restaurants and liquor brands.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
26 Apr. 2025
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Since there was some disease activity, apply a copper fungicide following label instructions.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Bonus: The vast majority of Aussie wines are sealed with screw caps, regardless of price, which equals consistency, longer aging, and zero risk of cork taint.—
Christina Pickard,
Bon Appétit,
5 Mar. 2025
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Catholicism offers ritual without the tedium of rationality; anarchism offers revolutionary action against inequality without the taint of materialism, the prospect of personal gain.—
Adam Gopnik,
The New Yorker,
24 Feb. 2025
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But tariffs on steel, aluminum and cars have remained.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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Best Choice Products 4-Piece Conversation Set Despite the thin lines seen all over the modern-looking patio furniture set, the chairs have steel frames that can each hold up to 330 pounds and up to 660 pounds for the loveseat.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
3 May 2025
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Nearby sits a bullion-like paperweight engraved with TRUMP, in all caps; at this rate of converting subtext into text, the President will soon use his TRUMP paperweight to bash in the head of a bald eagle.—
Katy Waldman,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2025
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Besides accolades from those present, the Thursday Club presented Jessen with a commemorative baseball bat with his name engraved on it.—
Harry Harris,
Mercury News,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Brand.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brand. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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