as in characteristic
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
regards a sense of permanence as one of the fingerprints of a civilized society
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Recent Examples of fingerprint
However, the judge instructed the jury to not consider the testimony about the fingerprint card.
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Elizabeth Wagmeister, CNN Money, 10 June 2025
Defense attorney Tom Bath argued there was no DNA, fingerprint or hair evidence that placed Chandler inside the Harkness residence, or even in the state of Kansas.
—Dena Goldstein, CBS News, 4 June 2025
It was later proven that a set of fingerprints found in Michelle’s car didn’t belong to him.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2025
But there’s no DNA, there’s no audio, there’s no fingerprints, there’s no suspects, there’s no accomplices, there’s no tips.
—Filip Timotija, The Hill, 29 May 2025
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Elizabeth Wagmeister, CNN Money, 10 June 2025
Defense attorney Tom Bath argued there was no DNA, fingerprint or hair evidence that placed Chandler inside the Harkness residence, or even in the state of Kansas.
—Dena Goldstein, CBS News, 4 June 2025
It was later proven that a set of fingerprints found in Michelle’s car didn’t belong to him.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2025
But there’s no DNA, there’s no audio, there’s no fingerprints, there’s no suspects, there’s no accomplices, there’s no tips.
—Filip Timotija, The Hill, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fingerprint
Noun
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At this stage, Abiteboul explained the car is undergoing endurance dyno testing to fine tune the characteristics of the engine and gearbox.—
Trinity Francis,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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His skills and characteristics fit perfectly in Florida, and his role on the third line puts him in a beneficial position.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
16 June 2025
Noun
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Standard features of note include a Victron dual-lithium battery electrical system with 3,000-W inverter and smart control panel, 250-L fresh water capacity, underfloor heating, Truma Combi diesel air and water heater, and a 2.4-kW Truma rooftop air conditioner.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 June 2025
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The refresh rate has also become an important feature.—
Luke Larsen,
Wired News,
15 June 2025
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The Dalmatian Club of America, for example, spent decades urging breeders to euthanize deaf puppies so the trait wouldn’t spread.—
Lila Hempel-Edgers,
Charlotte Observer,
23 June 2025
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Additionally, the study also found a correlation between breathing traits and a person’s mental health.—
Jay Kakade
June 22,
New Atlas,
22 June 2025
Noun
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The relationship has a transactional quality that harms the possibilities of a concrete alliance, a detail that has emerged to Iran’s detriment in the war.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
19 June 2025
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For mental stamina, practices like mindfulness, quality sleep, and a strong social network are key.—
Jakob Roze,
Health,
19 June 2025
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The list of spirits is long, each with their own physical attributes, epic folklore and methods of appeasement.—
Vanessa Anderson,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2025
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Note, as a general rule, that these comps are meant to be more stylistic (similar look, attributes or profile) than projection.—
Scott Wheeler,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
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Like attribution, data aggregation has always been complex for businesses with smaller marketing budgets.—
John Readman,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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The smaller figure’s attribution was meant to say Nvidia.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
22 June 2025
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“Fingerprint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fingerprint. Accessed 29 Jun. 2025.
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