as in approvals
an acceptance of something as satisfactory
could not begin the project without the boss's imprimatur
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Noun
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Under Florida’s Live Local Act — a measure designed to tackle the state’s affordability crisis — approvals are handled by city staff, effectively protecting projects from the scrutiny and dramatics of a public meeting.—
Susannah Bryan,
Sun Sentinel,
11 May 2026 -
The lower-than-expected spending lines up with the challenges that the Alzheimer’s drugs have faced since their approvals.—
Ed Silverman,
STAT,
11 May 2026
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The 41-year-old hadn’t fought in MMA since 2022, and his return performance suggests the layoff did him no favors.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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That double standard does women’s sports no favors.—
Amber Harding OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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“Imprimaturs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imprimaturs. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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