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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
Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2026
The resolute tango between the personal and the practical is a hallmark of a cookbook humdinger.
—Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 5 Mar. 2026
Beth Krietsch, SELF, 26 Aug. 2020
In normal circumstances, the teenage experience is hallmarked by big emotions.
—Jennifer Folsom, NBC News, 2 Apr. 2020
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Noun
Amid thrill rides and broad walkways, landscaping remains a hallmark of Orlando’s park and resorts.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2026
The resolute tango between the personal and the practical is a hallmark of a cookbook humdinger.
—Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hallmark
Noun
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In a January letter to the Armed Forces Chaplains Board, the Rabbinical Council of America warned that the use of Jewish symbols by non-Jewish clergy could create confusion in the military chaplaincy system.—
Asaf Elia-Shalev,
Sun Sentinel,
9 Mar. 2026
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Last week, the Princess of Wales paid a visit to Leicester to celebrate the city’s Indian community, where she was presented with a rose garland—a symbol of respect and honour in Indian culture—that was also strung with pearls.—
Laura Hawkins,
Vogue,
9 Mar. 2026
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Satellite analysis by the AP shows that the school, as well as other targets struck the same day, had characteristics visible from the air that could have identified them as civilian sites before they were struck.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
13 Mar. 2026
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As Americans shifted their attention to both British enemies and Indian enemies, these propaganda campaigns became more strident and generated debates about racial characteristics.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 Mar. 2026
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Anderson’s goal, the seventh of her career, came just five minutes after Summit captain Janine Sonis was sent off with a direct red card for a dangerous tackle on Pfeiffer, marking an eventful first 30 minutes for the teenage forward.—
Harold Gutmann,
Mercury News,
15 Mar. 2026
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Saturday marked just the 12th game that Herro and Powell have both been available so far this season, in large part because Herro missed a large chunk of the schedule due to injuries.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
15 Mar. 2026
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Business emblems have permeated pro sports—sewn onto jerseys, stamped onto equipment, digitally plastered behind players.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
8 Mar. 2026
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The film resists framing him as an emblem or argument.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
7 Mar. 2026
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Due to its open-source, unrestricted, and autonomous operating features, the project quickly spread after its release and has been regarded as one of the most accessible AI agent projects.—
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CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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This year’s best Canadian feature prize went to Blue Heron, the coming-of-age drama written and directed by Sophy Romvari.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Mar. 2026
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The Lowriders stamps showcase five classic models.—
Monica Garske,
NBC news,
13 Mar. 2026
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The retailer often does the heavy lifting here, filling out and signing or stamping the refund form before attaching the receipt.—
Lane Nieset,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Mar. 2026
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Other videos show the Finder app reimagined with cutesy, anime-style eyes, blushing at the camera, and someone opening a pink blush compact sporting the Apple logo.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
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Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Menoza tossed a purple football – the color in Taco Bell’s logo – to announce the permanent addition of Nacho Fries to the menu after more than eight years of limited-time status.—
Fielding Buck,
Oc Register,
10 Mar. 2026
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If an unexpected cost appears, slow down to compare options, then choose the path that keeps quality high and avoids future repairs.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
14 Mar. 2026
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Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Mar. 2026
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“Hallmark.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hallmark. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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