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as in logos
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 characteristics
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 hallmarks
David John Chávez, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
All the hallmarks of his fusions are present—some gospel here, some guitars there, enough rap samples from across regions to make any blog nerd proud—but his pet sound this cycle is harsh electronic music.
—Dylan Green, Pitchfork, 29 May 2026
Above-normal temperatures are specifically forecast in the Pacific Northwest, one of the typical hallmarks of an El Niño.
—Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 29 May 2026
Alamo bore all the gruesome hallmarks of a 20th-century American cult leader.
—Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 28 May 2026
The hallmarks of aging carried across individual cell types, too, such as liver or blood cells.
—Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 27 May 2026
According to a new study published in PLOS One, both animals show the behavioral hallmarks of mirror self-recognition—a cognitive ability long considered a marker of self-awareness, and one that had never before been documented in beluga whales.
—Federica Sgorbissa, ArsTechnica, 24 May 2026
Spanning just over 2,220 square feet and set across two floors, the space is more than 10 times the size of its previous Monaco flagship—and interior features nod to the architectural, cultural, and lifestyle touchpoints that are hallmarks of the Swiss brand today.
—Ming Liu, Robb Report, 24 May 2026
Reliability and consistency were her hallmarks—admirable qualities, but unexciting.
—Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 24 May 2026
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The production’s hallmarks are the acting performances that are mostly quite strong, along with some scintillating technical aspects that affirm the show’s dystopian aims, unified smartly by Lisa Mallette’s active direction.
—David John Chávez, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
All the hallmarks of his fusions are present—some gospel here, some guitars there, enough rap samples from across regions to make any blog nerd proud—but his pet sound this cycle is harsh electronic music.
—Dylan Green, Pitchfork, 29 May 2026
Above-normal temperatures are specifically forecast in the Pacific Northwest, one of the typical hallmarks of an El Niño.
—Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 29 May 2026
Alamo bore all the gruesome hallmarks of a 20th-century American cult leader.
—Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 28 May 2026
The hallmarks of aging carried across individual cell types, too, such as liver or blood cells.
—Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 27 May 2026
According to a new study published in PLOS One, both animals show the behavioral hallmarks of mirror self-recognition—a cognitive ability long considered a marker of self-awareness, and one that had never before been documented in beluga whales.
—Federica Sgorbissa, ArsTechnica, 24 May 2026
Spanning just over 2,220 square feet and set across two floors, the space is more than 10 times the size of its previous Monaco flagship—and interior features nod to the architectural, cultural, and lifestyle touchpoints that are hallmarks of the Swiss brand today.
—Ming Liu, Robb Report, 24 May 2026
Reliability and consistency were her hallmarks—admirable qualities, but unexciting.
—Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 24 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hallmarks
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The company said the findings support a growing shift toward precision medicine, where therapies are tailored to the biological characteristics of an individual’s disease rather than applying the same treatment approach to all patients with similar clinical features.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
30 May 2026
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This means the fruit from the seedling will closely resemble that of the parent plant in flavor and other characteristics.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
30 May 2026
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The budget also marks a reversal from her earlier position that extra spending was not needed.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
31 May 2026
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Indigenous and elemental – Lapland In Swedish Lapland, the Indigenous Sámi community marks Midsummer with fire, silence, and story.—
Lea Lane,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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Commercial country music, a format of songwriting that is at least somewhat reliant on wordplay and the constant re-arranging of a familiar set of symbols (trucks, mud, whiskey, and so forth), can be particularly susceptible to the accusations.—
Jonathan Bernstein,
Rolling Stone,
30 May 2026
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Armed with an adventure kit, participants are summoned to a secret location where they’re tasked with deciphering cryptic codes, uncovering hidden symbols, navigating shifting alliances and outwit enemies and operatives stationed around the campus.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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These features can also benefit audience members who may never identify as neurodivergent.—
Jennifer Jay Palumbo,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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The store's history was documented in several newspaper, magazine and television features.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
30 May 2026
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Where to buy Mister Rogers stamps The Mister Rogers Stamps will be available for purchase at any post office nationwide and on The Postal Store online.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
26 May 2026
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The Lowriders stamps showcase five classic models.—
Monica Garske,
NBC news,
13 Mar. 2026
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Kara Jakubik, a 17-year-old Life Scout with Scouting America and an Ambassador with Girl Scouts, spent the morning with other volunteers walking through rows of headstones searching for symbols, such as military branch emblems.—
Abigail Dollins,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 May 2026
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Others have opted to place banners in the stands or sponsor emblems on seatbacks.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
8 May 2026
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The club had learned to accept that the 51-year-old is extremely demanding and ambitious, qualities that actually made working with him a challenge at times.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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And the qualities that once stigmatized the sport are now venerated by the White House.—
Harmeet Kaur,
CNN Money,
28 May 2026
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Instead of turning off this flow of free money, how about the city simply earmarks existing taxes on these properties to create an affordable housing fund?—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 Nov. 2025
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Josephides earmarks the Greek island of Samos as one of the next destinations to go through this cycle.—
Julia Buckley,
CNN Money,
19 Aug. 2025
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