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as in trademarks
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 stains
a mark of guilt or disgrace
always felt that her shabby clothes showed the brand of poverty
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as in swords
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 etches
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 brands
Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
One of the best names in the category is Midleton Very Rare, an annual luxury release that is produced at the eponymous distillery where other major brands are made, and the brand just announced the launch of the new 2026 edition of this exceptional Irish whiskey.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2026
Since its 2021 founding, the company has helped over 100 creators and brands grow their platforms, scale affiliate revenue, and establish themselves as leaders in the creator economy.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026
Here’s what customers can do Wycoff said in a statement that the Tesla showroom and service center aligns with Kimco’s strategy to introduce brands that resonate with the community.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 12 Mar. 2026
In addition to 60 international wine, beer and spirit brands, there will be local chefs and mixologists demonstrating their recipes at the Chef Showcase, where complimentary samples of food will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
—Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2026
Hollywood is embracing a fast-growing creator economy where marketing brands are integrated directly into movies, TV series and social media, and major talent and storytellers go beyond product endorsements to become brand creators and owners as entrepreneurs.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 12 Mar. 2026
Their brands include Elijah Craig, Evan Williams, Larceny, Henry McKenna, Parker’s Heritage, and more.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
The major home brands are Carrera, Smith, Polaroid and Blenders Eyewear.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 12 Mar. 2026
The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
The mortgage issuer brands itself as a digital-first housing finance provider and uses AI to evaluate potential homeowners.
—Ben Weiss, Fortune, 23 Feb. 2026
Puig referenced fragrance brands Carolina Herrera and Jean Paul Gaultier as standout performers, while Byredo witnessed double-digit growth in the niche fragrance category.
—Hikmat Mohammed, Vogue, 18 Feb. 2026
Keep reading to see which brands our editors enjoyed the most.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2026
In a lawsuit posted by Reuters, Estée Lauder accused Walmart of selling fake versions of popular skincare and fragrance products from Lauder brands Aveda, Clinique, La Mer, Le Labo, and Tom Ford, which are listed as plaintiffs.
—Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
The overarching idea, which brands like Adidas have played with to varying degrees of success, is that making everything out of a single material eliminates the need to strip castoff garments of fiddly buttons and zippers, a time-consuming and often expensive process.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 20 Jan. 2026
The overarching idea, which brands like Adidas have played with to varying degrees of success, is that making everything out of a single material eliminates the need to strip castoff garments of fiddly buttons and zippers, a time-consuming and often expensive process.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 5 Jan. 2026
Hamas brands Duhine's group and others that operate in areas Israel still occupies as collaborators.
—Reuters, NBC news, 14 Dec. 2025
Noun
The sedan is a brash bet that the two old-guard brands can succeed where others have struggled.
—Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
One of the best names in the category is Midleton Very Rare, an annual luxury release that is produced at the eponymous distillery where other major brands are made, and the brand just announced the launch of the new 2026 edition of this exceptional Irish whiskey.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2026
Since its 2021 founding, the company has helped over 100 creators and brands grow their platforms, scale affiliate revenue, and establish themselves as leaders in the creator economy.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026
Here’s what customers can do Wycoff said in a statement that the Tesla showroom and service center aligns with Kimco’s strategy to introduce brands that resonate with the community.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 12 Mar. 2026
In addition to 60 international wine, beer and spirit brands, there will be local chefs and mixologists demonstrating their recipes at the Chef Showcase, where complimentary samples of food will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
—Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2026
Hollywood is embracing a fast-growing creator economy where marketing brands are integrated directly into movies, TV series and social media, and major talent and storytellers go beyond product endorsements to become brand creators and owners as entrepreneurs.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 12 Mar. 2026
Their brands include Elijah Craig, Evan Williams, Larceny, Henry McKenna, Parker’s Heritage, and more.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
The major home brands are Carrera, Smith, Polaroid and Blenders Eyewear.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 12 Mar. 2026
Verb
For a party that brands itself as the believer in government as a force for equity, justice and prosperity, this is a perilous flaw.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
The mortgage issuer brands itself as a digital-first housing finance provider and uses AI to evaluate potential homeowners.
—Ben Weiss, Fortune, 23 Feb. 2026
Puig referenced fragrance brands Carolina Herrera and Jean Paul Gaultier as standout performers, while Byredo witnessed double-digit growth in the niche fragrance category.
—Hikmat Mohammed, Vogue, 18 Feb. 2026
Keep reading to see which brands our editors enjoyed the most.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2026
In a lawsuit posted by Reuters, Estée Lauder accused Walmart of selling fake versions of popular skincare and fragrance products from Lauder brands Aveda, Clinique, La Mer, Le Labo, and Tom Ford, which are listed as plaintiffs.
—Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
The overarching idea, which brands like Adidas have played with to varying degrees of success, is that making everything out of a single material eliminates the need to strip castoff garments of fiddly buttons and zippers, a time-consuming and often expensive process.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 20 Jan. 2026
The overarching idea, which brands like Adidas have played with to varying degrees of success, is that making everything out of a single material eliminates the need to strip castoff garments of fiddly buttons and zippers, a time-consuming and often expensive process.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 5 Jan. 2026
Hamas brands Duhine's group and others that operate in areas Israel still occupies as collaborators.
—Reuters, NBC news, 14 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for brands
Noun
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Fritz’s high tennis IQ and fiery competitiveness have long been trademarks.—
Douglas Robson,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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His toughness and physicality are trademarks of his game, and make sense for coach Rod Brind’Amour’s lineup.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Lip stains are in a moment of evolution.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
11 Mar. 2026
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Walk the inside perimeter and glance at ceilings or upper walls for any water stains, especially in attic spaces.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2026
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This is the place to go for Japanese art and artifacts, with a strong, 110,000-piece collection of paintings, tea ceremony ceramics, samurai swords and armor, kimonos, lacquerware, sculpture, ukiyo-e prints, and more.—
Jessica Kozuka,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Mar. 2026
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Lyrically, Strictly 4 the Scythe is essentially eight tracks of lyrical sparring, everyone busting out trademark flows to keep the swords sharp.—
Dylan Green,
Pitchfork,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Kirby beautifully etches these notions into Miss Black America.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
28 Aug. 2025
Noun
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David Protein's website and product labels say the bars contain 150 calories, 28 grams of protein and 0 grams of sugar.—
Mary Cunningham,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Those without labels usually upload music through distributors such as DistroKid and CD Baby.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Welsh and Griggs, like most culinary professionals, prefer honing steels and whetstones.—
Randi Gollin,
Martha Stewart,
15 Jan. 2026
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These findings, published in Corrosion Science, suggest that while current alloys fail under these conditions, a new class of steels can withstand temperatures up to 800°C (1472°F)—far exceeding typical reactor operating conditions.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Dec. 2025
Verb
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The company also engraves the names of the two teams, the final score, the location of the game and its date on the trophy base.—
Paul Edward Parker,
The Providence Journal,
6 Feb. 2026
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Every watch represents almost a full year of work, and the watchmaker engraves his signature on a gold plaque inside the movement after final testing.—
Thor Svaboe,
Robb Report,
24 Nov. 2025
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And the custardy texture somehow imprints a more pronounced, wholly pleasant sourness.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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One paddle literally imprints a word onto your skin.—
Alysia Reiner,
Flow Space,
13 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Brands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brands. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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