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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
Beth Krietsch, SELF, 26 Aug. 2020
In normal circumstances, the teenage experience is hallmarked by big emotions.
—Jennifer Folsom, NBC News, 2 Apr. 2020
Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 22 Oct. 2025
And how is that common hallmark of aging connected to a life-threatening disease?
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 22 Oct. 2025
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Noun
This process is what leads to hallmark rheumatoid arthritis symptoms like painful, swollen joints, joint stiffness, fatigue, fever, and more.
—Beth Krietsch, SELF, 26 Aug. 2020
In normal circumstances, the teenage experience is hallmarked by big emotions.
—Jennifer Folsom, NBC News, 2 Apr. 2020
Verb
College sports has collectively agreed to define private equity by the narrowest of definitions, all while courting the very types of deals that are the hallmark of the industry.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 22 Oct. 2025
And how is that common hallmark of aging connected to a life-threatening disease?
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 22 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hallmark
Noun
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Lyra also has the ability to read an alethiometer, a marvelous magical device—the titular compass—that can answer any question, but only by way of arcane symbols.—
Lev Grossman,
The Atlantic,
23 Oct. 2025
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For over 100 years, presidents have enhanced the White House, preserving its legacy as a symbol of our nation.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Sadly, the Volvo EX30 missed its moment to be great, but retains some appealing characteristics.—
Mark Phelan,
Freep.com,
23 Oct. 2025
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Taking inspiration from the Greek enchantress Circe, the fragrance embodies her mythical characteristics of seduction and power, alongside rebellion and creation.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The catch also marked Kelce's 100th career receiving touchdown, including the playoffs.—
Matt Audilet,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Oct. 2025
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Binet’s Porte was duly constructed late the following year and marked a kind of apotheosis of natural design incorporated within architecture.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Art Deco, an emblem of the Roaring 1920s, remains one of the most enduring and revolutionary design movements of all time.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
20 Oct. 2025
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Mobley’s gold emblem will serve as both a trophy and a target, representing the league’s highest defensive honor and a reminder that the Cavaliers’ success continues to be built on his steady, golden standard of excellence.—
Evan Dammarell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Oct. 2025
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New episodes drop every Wednesday and feature interviews with artists and personalities like Lainey Wilson, Hardy, Charley Crockett, Gavin Adcock, Amanda Shires, Shooter Jennings, Margo Price, Dusty Slay, Lukas Nelson, Ashley Monroe, Old Crow Medicine Show’s Ketch Secor, and Clever.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
22 Oct. 2025
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Creators of websites can implement accessibility features that could help aid the AI models powering the browser.—
Reed Albergotti,
semafor.com,
22 Oct. 2025
Verb
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All are different, each is stamped with the same sensibility and craftsmanship.—
Lizz Schumer,
PEOPLE,
21 Oct. 2025
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Have your punch card stamped at each stop and indulge.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Some customers decried the logo change as uninviting.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
23 Oct. 2025
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Amid the frenzy, another Democratic candidate released his own shirtless photo to show off his arm tattoo of former President Barack Obama’s presidential campaign logo.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
23 Oct. 2025
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The organization’s Green Heart Project, which studies the impact of better air quality on heart disease through urban greening, has found that increasing the number of trees and shrubs in an area can create lower levels of a blood marker associated with inflammation.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
26 Oct. 2025
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Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 Oct. 2025
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“Hallmark.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hallmark. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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