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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
Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2025
Golden State Valkyries player Temi Fagbenle rocks the runway in Seyah, a brand founded by teammate Tiffany Hayes.
—Toria Sheffield, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Alex Sherman, CNBC, 18 Aug. 2025
As most critics, branded T-shirts and Wayne’s DJ T. Lewis will tell you, Lil Wayne is the best rapper alive.
—Heather Bushman, IndyStar, 18 Aug. 2025
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Noun
The outfit was designed by Versace’s new creative director Dario Vitale, whose first collection for the brand is set to debut at the end of September.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2025
Golden State Valkyries player Temi Fagbenle rocks the runway in Seyah, a brand founded by teammate Tiffany Hayes.
—Toria Sheffield, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Verb
Sports content on the USA Network and Golf Channel will be branded together under USA Sports.
—Alex Sherman, CNBC, 18 Aug. 2025
As most critics, branded T-shirts and Wayne’s DJ T. Lewis will tell you, Lil Wayne is the best rapper alive.
—Heather Bushman, IndyStar, 18 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brand
Noun
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Their trademark triangular signs are ubiquitous in arid regions of the United States, like the Great Basin.—
River Selby
August 25,
Literary Hub,
25 Aug. 2025
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In addition to standing behind Donovan’s comments, Reid addressed the shooting incident with his trademark humility and wit.—
Jeff Fedotin,
Forbes.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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For minor stains, a quick wipe down with dish soap and water usually does the trick.—
Melissa Maria,
Architectural Digest,
27 Aug. 2025
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The Italian suede can be wiped clean with a soft, dry cloth, and Quince recommends spot-cleaning spills or stains.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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That season’s Pirates of the High Seas & Renaissance Fest is a local favorite, with sword fights, fire performers, and mermaids drawing families and fantasy lovers to the shore.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Aug. 2025
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The action is at at best competent but uninspired, and at worst (such as a sword fight toward the end) choppy and nauseating.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
13 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Sold on a stainless steel bracelet, with steel case back with the NFL team logo etched into it, the Chronomat Automatic GMT watches retail for $6,600.—
Roberta Naas,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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Naming an action or tactical principle after a specific individual is a handy way to etch yourself into football folklore.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
22 Aug. 2025
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This label is reserved for certain vulnerable groups, such as children or people with certain health conditions, that would trigger a more active search.—
Gina Lee Castro,
jsonline.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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For its first official ad campaign, billed as a peek into its creative process, fashion’s favorite niche wine label Katkoot is straddling raw Millennial glamour and the celebration of craftsmanship.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
25 Aug. 2025
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The taint is caused when a chemical compound, 2,4,6-Trichloroanisole (TCA), interacts with bacteria or fungi in the wine bottle’s cork.—
Jeremy Harlan,
CNN Money,
16 July 2025
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Some argued that, given the presumptive unethical taint of such collections, human remains should be buried or otherwise respectfully disposed of.—
Rachel Monroe,
New Yorker,
23 June 2025
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The Grand Calumet River’s 13 miles meander across northwest Indiana, flanked by old and new industries, such as steel mills, meatpackers and oil refineries, which dumped a noxious mix of heavy metals and chemicals into its waters before federal regulations.—
Adriana Pérez,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Aug. 2025
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If upheld, the ruling would prevent the levies from being enforced, though other tariffs, including those imposed on steel, aluminum and copper, would remain in place because they were issued under a different presidential authority.—
Steve Banker,
Forbes.com,
30 Aug. 2025
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Each watch also features the team’s logo engraved on the case back.—
Roberta Naas,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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Every guest also took home a custom silver jewelry dish engraved with their name as a special keepsake.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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“Brand.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brand. Accessed 4 Sep. 2025.
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