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as in trail
a mark or series of marks left on a surface by something that has passed along it
found an imprint on the road where something apparently had been dragged
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as in to etch
to produce a vivid impression of
that early lesson on the value of honesty permanently imprinted itself on my mind
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Recent Examples of imprint
Lizz Schumer, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Other commenters were shocked by the reality of the aftermath of the death, and couldn't believe the imprint was still there.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Aug. 2025
Wesley Alexander Hill, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
On Friday, July 11, Macmillan imprint Flatiron Books announced a new biography about the civil rights leader.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 11 July 2025
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Noun
Print excerpted with permission of Doubleday, an imprint of Penguin Random House.
—Lizz Schumer, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Other commenters were shocked by the reality of the aftermath of the death, and couldn't believe the imprint was still there.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Aug. 2025
Verb
In Chinese Memory And Foreign Policy No country or civilization has had hydrology in all its forms, from ancient irrigation and flood control to modern hydropower, imprint itself on the collective psyche as much as China.
—Wesley Alexander Hill, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
On Friday, July 11, Macmillan imprint Flatiron Books announced a new biography about the civil rights leader.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imprint
Noun
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With 105 trails and more than 2,000 feet of vertical drop, Purgatory has plenty on hand for the experienced skier, too.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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Surfers often head to Bonsteel Park, which has a wooden walkway leading to the sand and hiking trails nearby or the beach at Sebastian Inlet State Park.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
7 Sep. 2025
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Danni-Elle Townsend, who’s made a solid impression in PPA internationals this year, was upset in the first round by 43-yr old qualifier and eventual Bronze medalist from Japan Rika Fujiwara, a former WTA tennis pro who toured for more than 20 years before retiring from Tennis in 2020.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Rookie pitcher Ryan Bergert has made a strong impression with the Kansas City Royals since arriving from the San Diego Padres at the trade deadline.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
9 Sep. 2025
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Since 2012, certain players and games are forever etched in the memories of those who watched.—
Quentin Corpuel,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
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The fragrance comes in a black bottle with metallic gold and copper details and his signature etched across the front.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
5 Sep. 2025
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Data concerns Most of South Korea’s 51 million residents use smartphones and have big digital footprints, which could allow Google to use the map data for other lucrative purposes, experts say.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
5 Sep. 2025
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The economic footprint and utility requirements of the centers are also unknown.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
5 Sep. 2025
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Two of her most talked about looks of the evening included an out-of-this-world look by Thom Browne that appeared to be a colorful, textured pencil dress with mosaic prints and puffy sleeves.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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An oversized heron print by Gucci on a retro pink backdrop forms a striking focal point, offset by the clean geometry of the Manhattan skyline.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
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Members are honored with their names engraved on a beautiful stone plaque displayed prominently on the property.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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The timepiece also has the team’s logo engraved onto the stainless-steel case back and houses the brand’s 32 caliber.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
28 Aug. 2025
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Viper represents a novel capability to deploy from a distance, operate without being detected and then depart without leaving a trace, in a way that would be impossible otherwise.—
David Hambling,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Vogue’s senior beauty shopping writer Kiana Murden has been hooked on it since her first trial—using it to not only remove traces of foundation, but also refresh her skin in the morning.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
3 Sep. 2025
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Will this summer program impress admissions officers or blend in with others?—
Christopher Rim,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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Spurs impress — and Kudus shines Tottenham looked much more organised under new manager Thomas Frank.—
Abdul Rehman,
New York Times,
18 Aug. 2025
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“Imprint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imprint. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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