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as in symbol
a device, design, or figure used as an identifying mark
the hallmark of the Primrose Pottery Works is the small rose emblem etched on each piece
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as in characteristic
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
regards kindness and gentleness as the hallmarks of a real man
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Recent Examples of hallmark
Brandon Truitt,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk Wednesday said the killing of a Russian artist who was critical of President Vladimir Putin has the hallmarks of a political assassination.
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Emma Burrows,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
Beth Krietsch,
SELF,
26 Aug. 2020
In normal circumstances, the teenage experience is hallmarked by big emotions.
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Jennifer Folsom,
NBC News,
2 Apr. 2020
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Finley Sinclair said the Scottish faithful are prepared to contribute to the record-setting crowd noise that has become a hallmark of their fan base.
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Brandon Truitt,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk Wednesday said the killing of a Russian artist who was critical of President Vladimir Putin has the hallmarks of a political assassination.
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Emma Burrows,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
Verb
This process is what leads to hallmark rheumatoid arthritis symptoms like painful, swollen joints, joint stiffness, fatigue, fever, and more.
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Beth Krietsch,
SELF,
26 Aug. 2020
In normal circumstances, the teenage experience is hallmarked by big emotions.
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Jennifer Folsom,
NBC News,
2 Apr. 2020
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Shiites hold their most sacred and emotionally charged annual ritual — Ashura — to commemorate Hussein’s death, honoring him as a galvanizing symbol of the fight against oppression.
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Instead of traditional sheet music, musicians learn songs through colors, shapes, symbols and other familiar tools.
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Continuous review President reviews, according to CSU policy, allow the CSU board of trustees to understand the unique characteristics of each campus, assess their leadership and further the school’s progress.
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The game changer was a move to fermentation in stainless-steel tanks or neutral wood barrels, which imparted fewer oak characteristics to the wines.
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The invasive golden mussel has now been confirmed in the Port of West Sacramento, marking the species' northernmost detection in California since it was first discovered in Stockton in 2024, wildlife officials announced Saturday.
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Another child was rescued from the rubble in Venezuela’s La Guaira region, marking a poignant moment at the close of a long and emotionally charged day of crisis response on Saturday.
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However, Manfred said the Dodgers and Giants were allowed to keep using Pride emblems on uniforms and hats under a grandfathered exception because Los Angeles and San Francisco are home to large LGBTQ communities and both clubs wanted to show support for those fans.
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Dismissed by some as a publicity stunt, the crew proved the naysayers wrong, becoming a formidable presence and a powerful emblem of change.
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Opt for these wireless ones with a 50-hour battery life, comfortable padding, and more handy features.
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One of the most distinguishing features of the new planes are the colors painted on its exterior.
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Thursday’s mail was hand-stamped upon delivery.
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The company that stamps its name on a custom chip and the company that captures the durable profit from it are rarely the same.
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EssilorLuxottica’s logo appears alongside Meta’s on the inside of the temple arms and on the packaging.
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Minimalist details like monochromatic stitching and a subtle Kate Spade logo clasp add to its understated elegance.
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Persistent fatigue despite adequate sleep, dizziness, breathlessness, brain fog, low mood, brittle nails, hair fall, feeling unusually cold, and changes in skin quality all signal low ferritin levels.
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The goal is to build higher quality affordable housing by using efficient construction methods Jamison has learned through building more than 8,000 market-rate apartments in the past, Lee said.
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“Hallmark.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hallmark. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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