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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
Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 14 May 2026
The collection reflects the brands’ shared commitment to thoughtful design and effortless wearability by combining DL1961’s innovative denim fabrics and popular fits with Bumpsuit’s approach to modern maternity style.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
These products typically sell at a much more affordable price point, and the quality of most staples is comparable to national brands.
—Betty Lin-Fisher, USA Today, 14 May 2026
Company veteran Keith Cox, who has served as programming president for multiple brands, including TV Land, Paramount Network and Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios, is departing after two decades.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 14 May 2026
The first brands to sign on are all overseas phone makers.
—Florence Ion, PC Magazine, 7 May 2026
Buy from reputable brands that do third-party testing.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
Peruse the hotel’s gift shop for luxury brands such as Emerson Fry, Prada, and Brackish Bowties.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
Chris Kenning, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Anheuser-Busch manufactures popular beer brands Budweiser, Bud Light and Busch Light, among others, as well as other alcoholic beverages like Cutwater and Beatbox.
—Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026
Nobody back home discovers what happened, but that summer brands her with shame and alters her course for years.
—Literary Hub, 21 Apr. 2026
Churchill Downs Incorporated has reached an agreement to buy the trademarks and rights to the Preakness Stakes and Black-Eyed Susan Stakes brands for $85 million, the company announced.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
The title track single recalls hitmakers like Anne Murray and Barbara Mandrell, except for the faint Auto-Tune ripples and an undisguised buckskin ‘Bama accent that brands an otherwise basic anti-fancy metaphor.
—Will Hermes, Rolling Stone, 9 Apr. 2026
Continue scrolling through this story for their product recommendations and advice on shopping for cheap jeans, like what to look for, what to avoid, which trends are emerging, and which brands to trust.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 24 Mar. 2026
Mahan also picked up the support this week of Majority Democrats — a group formed last year that brands itself as the next-generation of leaders who are willing to break with the party status quo.
—Grace Hase, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026
The state argues Kalshi is a gambling operation that brands itself as a marketplace.
—Hannah Schoenbaum, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
Noun
The two brands share nearly everything inside the hotel, with one front desk, common amenities and a joint bank of elevators.
—Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 14 May 2026
The collection reflects the brands’ shared commitment to thoughtful design and effortless wearability by combining DL1961’s innovative denim fabrics and popular fits with Bumpsuit’s approach to modern maternity style.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
These products typically sell at a much more affordable price point, and the quality of most staples is comparable to national brands.
—Betty Lin-Fisher, USA Today, 14 May 2026
Company veteran Keith Cox, who has served as programming president for multiple brands, including TV Land, Paramount Network and Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios, is departing after two decades.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 14 May 2026
The first brands to sign on are all overseas phone makers.
—Florence Ion, PC Magazine, 7 May 2026
Buy from reputable brands that do third-party testing.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
Peruse the hotel’s gift shop for luxury brands such as Emerson Fry, Prada, and Brackish Bowties.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
Verb
Nashville brands itself Music City and attracts the development and the industry infrastructure and the publishing deals.
—Chris Kenning, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Anheuser-Busch manufactures popular beer brands Budweiser, Bud Light and Busch Light, among others, as well as other alcoholic beverages like Cutwater and Beatbox.
—Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026
Nobody back home discovers what happened, but that summer brands her with shame and alters her course for years.
—Literary Hub, 21 Apr. 2026
Churchill Downs Incorporated has reached an agreement to buy the trademarks and rights to the Preakness Stakes and Black-Eyed Susan Stakes brands for $85 million, the company announced.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
The title track single recalls hitmakers like Anne Murray and Barbara Mandrell, except for the faint Auto-Tune ripples and an undisguised buckskin ‘Bama accent that brands an otherwise basic anti-fancy metaphor.
—Will Hermes, Rolling Stone, 9 Apr. 2026
Continue scrolling through this story for their product recommendations and advice on shopping for cheap jeans, like what to look for, what to avoid, which trends are emerging, and which brands to trust.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 24 Mar. 2026
Mahan also picked up the support this week of Majority Democrats — a group formed last year that brands itself as the next-generation of leaders who are willing to break with the party status quo.
—Grace Hase, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026
The state argues Kalshi is a gambling operation that brands itself as a marketplace.
—Hannah Schoenbaum, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for brands
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All trademarks and copyrights of the Atlanta Dream and WNBA are used by permission.—
AJC.com,
AJC.com,
10 May 2026
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Actor Matthew McConaughey sought and last year obtained trademarks for audio and video clips, including in his films.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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While brown stains give off more of a traditional look, a charcoal gray or black stain provides a sleek, modern look on a horizontal fence.—
Tessa Cooper,
The Spruce,
13 May 2026
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Will homemade detergent work on tough stains?—
Ryan Brennan
May 13,
Miami Herald,
13 May 2026
Noun
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Decadent art, with its mannerism, also its enthusiasm for skulls, swords, strippers, and other Hot Topic motifs, is for some art historians an embarrassing cul-de-sac best passed over in favor of a narrative of formal progress leading inevitably to abstraction.—
Olivia Kan-Sperling,
Artforum,
2 May 2026
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During the service, it is presented along with a number of spiritual ornaments, including the sovereign's orb and several swords, per the Royal Collection Trust.—
Alex Gurley,
PEOPLE,
26 Apr. 2026
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Kirby beautifully etches these notions into Miss Black America.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
28 Aug. 2025
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Major music companies — labels and publishers — were starting to set up Tel Aviv offices to promote Western repertoire and sign local talent, while acts like OneRepublic, Lady Gaga, and Jennifer Lopez had performed to tens of thousands in Israel.—
Shirley Halperin,
Rolling Stone,
14 May 2026
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The labels include Derek Lam 10 Crosby, 10 Crosby Derek Lam, DL10C, 10 Crosby, and 10 C.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
14 May 2026
Noun
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The songs spread outward from Morris’ small voice like paper towel blots.—
Jayson Greene,
Pitchfork,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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But while Western knives tend to prioritize durability, many Japanese knife steels prioritize high carbon content for better sharpness and edge retention.—
Jesse Raub,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 May 2026
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The eye fixed on me, binding me to millions—billions—of other eyes, only steels my resolve to see my sacrifice through to the end.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Malcolm Arnold’s 2,000-square-foot business, Apple Core Electronics, on Flushing Avenue in Bushwick makes exterior intercom panels, sets their wiring, punches buttons and engraves addresses.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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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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“Brands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brands. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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