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1
as in approval
an indication that someone or something is favorable, acceptable, or satisfactory
An endorsement from a star athlete made the sneaker brand more popular than ever before.
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2
as in signature
a person's name written in their own handwriting on the back of a check
The bank teller politely reminded me that the check needed my endorsement.
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Recent Examples of endorsement
Over the course of a few months, Alone became media darling, garnering coverage in mainstream newspapers and magazines, well as public endorsements from celebrities.
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Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 11 June 2025
The president’s endorsement could shed light on the size of the anti-Trump wing of the GOP wing in New Jersey, with longtime state senator (and standup comedian) Jon Bramnick, who has called for a return to civility and has sharply criticized Trump in the past, on the ballot.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 10 June 2025
Adams also claimed that Cuomo is touting endorsements from communities that don’t overwhelmingly back him.
—Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 10 June 2025
Jared McCain signed 30 endorsement deals, the most by a player in a single season in NBA history, according to SponsorUnited.
—Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 5 June 2025
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Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 11 June 2025
The president’s endorsement could shed light on the size of the anti-Trump wing of the GOP wing in New Jersey, with longtime state senator (and standup comedian) Jon Bramnick, who has called for a return to civility and has sharply criticized Trump in the past, on the ballot.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 10 June 2025
Adams also claimed that Cuomo is touting endorsements from communities that don’t overwhelmingly back him.
—Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 10 June 2025
Jared McCain signed 30 endorsement deals, the most by a player in a single season in NBA history, according to SponsorUnited.
—Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for endorsement
Noun
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That rollback is scheduled for final City Council approval Monday.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 June 2025
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The companies have completed a U.S. Department of Justice review and received all necessary regulatory approvals, according to Trump’s statement.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2025
Noun
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Folwell said Idahoans United hopes to have acceptable ballot measure titles by the end of June to begin collecting voter signatures around the state.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
17 June 2025
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Answer: Jeff Goldblum What is Glinda’s signature song?—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
17 June 2025
Noun
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Despite the proposal receiving some bipartisan support Wednesday afternoon, lawmakers on the Joint Legislative Audit Committee stopped short of recommending the project be audited.—
Kate Wolffe,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2025
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Carter’s has increased support to help address the need for affordable housing and its latest contribution will help fund the unit within the Cottages at Heritage Grove, a 55-plus pocket neighborhood located in Tavares that has 23 homes.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 June 2025
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“Endorsement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/endorsement. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.
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