hallmarks 1 of 2

noun

plural of hallmark
1
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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hallmarks

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verb

present tense third-person singular of hallmark
as in marks

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Recent Examples of hallmarks
Noun
Piane’s compositions provided a foundation for contestants to showcase their personalities, give memorable performances and embrace the camp and theatricality that became hallmarks of the franchise. — Alicia Urrea, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2026 Executed in a mixture of shoe polish and alcohol, the mural features the swirling, graphic forms and figures that would soon become hallmarks of his work. — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 13 Oct. 2026 One of Vollmann’s hallmarks as a writer and journalist has been his willingness to travel to out-of-the ordinary destinations,such as Cuba and Afghanistan. — Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 11 Oct. 2026 Elsewhere, dark-wood bas reliefs and miles of Norwegian green marble (Enigma Verde Lapponia) are the handsome hallmarks of design studio Autoban (famous for London’s Duck & Rice and Baku airport’s extraordinary makeover). — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026 At our university, employee stories can connect everyday work to our hallmarks, from honoring the dignity of each person to building community and serving others. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2026 One of the hallmarks of the modern corporation is the separation of ownership from control. — Ben Tarnoff, The New York Review of Books, 3 Oct. 2026 His pastrami is flavored with the earthy, peppery hallmarks of ras el hanout, while the brisket eats like low-and-slow Texas barbecue, but with the sweet and savory notes of a traditional Ashkenazi brisket recipe. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026 One of its hallmarks is a second bottom bun separating the two burger patties. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 1 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hallmarks
  1. symbols
  2. characteristics
  3. marks
  4. emblems
  5. features
  6. stamps
  7. trademarks
  8. qualities
Noun
  • According to organizers, subjects covered include fig tree stranglers, various symbols of the underworld and evil-spirit resisters like fennel.
    — Pedro Moura, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Through bold color, pattern and craft, his chairs have evolved into vehicles of storytelling and symbols of heritage and belonging.
    — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of symbols
Noun
  • The challenge is to innovate without abandoning the characteristics customers recognize and appreciate.
    — Chris Hardesty, AJC.com, 16 Oct. 2026
  • The fighter jet integrates low-observable stealth characteristics with advanced sensors, electronic warfare capabilities, and networked information sharing.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of characteristics
Verb
  • Neon’s Cannes Palme d’Or-winning drama Fjord starring Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve had a terrific $124k opening on four screens in New York and Los Angeles, as documentary Naza marks a strong week two expansion.
    — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 11 Oct. 2026
  • That marks three touchdown passes on the day for quarterback Joe Burrow.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of marks
Noun
  • There is little in the way of cinematic inspiration, and the emphatic visual style with which the filmmakers aim to enliven the story life tends to turn characters into pristine emblems, albeit adorned with a few picturesque behavioral touches.
    — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 15 Oct. 2026
  • It’s paired with Frame’s signature Ritz Cigarette, a low-rise, slim silhouette in a dark indigo wash, finished with pocket embroidery and a removable gold charm keepsake chain featuring hotel emblems.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of emblems
Noun
  • Last year, Royal Palm underwent a $100 million renovation by new owner Park Hotels and Resorts, updating all guest rooms, adding new dining concepts, and restoring key architectural features.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Oct. 2026
  • This week, the Royals unveiled new renderings of what their future stadium in Crown Center will look like, with dramatic plaza entrances and a design that highlights Kansas City’s natural features and surrounding landmarks.
    — Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of features
Verb
  • The guard stamps my name before shoving a copy of the week’s pamphlet in my hand.
    — Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 25 Aug. 2026
  • For generations, athletes have been treated as if motherhood stamps their athletic identities with an expiration date.
    — Lynda Lin Grigsby, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2026
Definition of stamps
Noun
  • The family currently holds more than 50 active trademarks for skin and hair care brands.
    — Monika Evstatieva, NPR, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Her distinctive costumes, turbans, platform shoes and rapid-fire singing style became instantly recognizable trademarks and opened the doors to Hollywood.
    — Marcelo Cajueiro, Variety, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of trademarks
Noun
  • With a bigger budget from Netflix, Sy and Leterrier leaned further into the show’s superhero-like qualities, expanding its universe beyond the novels of Maurice Leblanc and weaving some futuristic elements.
    — Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026
  • The Groove Holds It All Together One of the song’s most compelling qualities is its infectious groove.
    — David Penn, Billboard, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of qualities

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“Hallmarks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hallmarks. Accessed 19 Oct. 2026.

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