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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
Bass posted a video of Johnson’s endorsement on her social media.
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Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026
The lawsuit quotes comments on X, formerly known as Twitter, suggesting that at least some customers were moved to purchase Samsung TVs by the apparent endorsement.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 10 May 2026
Consumers who may never attend a fashion week can encounter Saudi brands through viral videos, celebrity endorsements, or influencer styling.
—Fmg Studios, Footwear News, 10 May 2026
On the eve of the election, Varga, who had been quiet for months, wrote a Facebook post that appeared to be a tacit endorsement of Orbán.
—Andrew Marantz, New Yorker, 9 May 2026
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Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026
The lawsuit quotes comments on X, formerly known as Twitter, suggesting that at least some customers were moved to purchase Samsung TVs by the apparent endorsement.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 10 May 2026
Consumers who may never attend a fashion week can encounter Saudi brands through viral videos, celebrity endorsements, or influencer styling.
—Fmg Studios, Footwear News, 10 May 2026
On the eve of the election, Varga, who had been quiet for months, wrote a Facebook post that appeared to be a tacit endorsement of Orbán.
—Andrew Marantz, New Yorker, 9 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for endorsement
Noun
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Those deals do not require approval.—
Stewart Mandel,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
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Thornberg is in the process of seeking zoning approval for 53 units.—
Pamela McLoughlin,
Hartford Courant,
12 May 2026
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The application, earlier reported by the Salt Lake Tribune, is now undergoing legal review and would need more than 5,000 signatures for the referendum to appear on the ballot.—
Clare Duffy,
CNN Money,
9 May 2026
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Guests enjoy high-end amenities such as heated floors, fireplaces, and private patios, alongside a signature experience that includes a complimentary Italian-style continental breakfast delivered to the door in a rustic wooden wine box.—
Jess Hoffert,
Midwest Living,
9 May 2026
Noun
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When the Moon enters Taurus, support feels steady enough to believe.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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The endorsement comes on the heels of a poll by a super PAC formed in support of Goldman’s that found the congressmember is trailing Lander by 5% in the race.—
Josephine Stratman,
New York Daily News,
14 May 2026
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“Endorsement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/endorsement. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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