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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
Barbara Wolf, STAT, 15 May 2026
Panasonic is marking the 25th anniversary of its Lumix camera imprint by relaunching its flagship compact, the LX100, as the Lumix L10.
—Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 14 May 2026
Jayson Greene, Pitchfork, 25 Apr. 2026
The concrete walkways running through the campus are imprinted with patterns and forms that evoke the geology and history of the land, in a monumental work by Mariana Castillo Deball (Feathered Changes).
—John Wogan, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2026
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Noun
In addition, pharmacies rotate among generic suppliers, all of which may put their own imprint on the shape, color, and size of pills.
—Barbara Wolf, STAT, 15 May 2026
Panasonic is marking the 25th anniversary of its Lumix camera imprint by relaunching its flagship compact, the LX100, as the Lumix L10.
—Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 14 May 2026
Verb
Every millisecond of the track is imprinted with an effect, and yet the mix has miles of space.
—Jayson Greene, Pitchfork, 25 Apr. 2026
The concrete walkways running through the campus are imprinted with patterns and forms that evoke the geology and history of the land, in a monumental work by Mariana Castillo Deball (Feathered Changes).
—John Wogan, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imprint
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Authorities say the deadly violence happened on the popular Atlanta walking and biking trail on the 1700 block of Flagler Avenue NE, just north of the Montgomery Ferry overpass, slightly after noon.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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Easy trails lead to roaring Nugget Falls, while boardwalks along Steep Creek offer chances to spot spawning salmon and black bears.—
Josh Rivera,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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Thoughtful touches, like gifting departing guests with delicate shell necklaces, make a lasting impression.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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In his Lipton impression, Ferrell stared down his celebrity guests while asking them intense and pretentious questions.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
17 May 2026
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Thoroughbred horse trainer Brittany Russell is the latest woman with a chance to etch her name into horse racing history when the Preakness kicks off in Maryland this weekend.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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Meanwhile, Misiorowski continues to etch his name into MLB’s annals for velocity.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
14 May 2026
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Why This Market Evolution Matters In practical terms, biomanufacturing can reduce dependency on volatile crop yields, seasonal constraints and the capital expenditures associated with large cultivation footprints.—
Thomas Andersen,
Rolling Stone,
14 May 2026
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Fox News Digital reporting captures this tense cultural moment, illustrating the mixed public sentiment and skepticism surrounding AI's growing footprint in daily life.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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Naggoo Printed Split Maxi Dress with Pockets With a stretchy wrinkle-free fabric, vibrant print, chic side slit, and two side pockets, this summery dress checks every box for style and comfort.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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Tax account transcripts are available online by registering to use the Individual Online Account to view, print, or download, or by mail, according to the IRS.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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There's even a nod to analog detail with depth of field lines decoratively engraved on the case and a read button that resembles a shutter release.—
Shirl Leigh
May 09,
New Atlas,
9 May 2026
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His name, though, wasn’t engraved on the Stanley Cup.—
Peter Baugh,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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The Museo Nazionale del Cinema’s collection traces cinema’s full technological arc from early street-show curiosities to the modern moving image.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
17 May 2026
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There’s nothing simple or reductive about the emotional throughlines the documentary traces.—
Sheri Linden,
HollywoodReporter,
17 May 2026
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Overwater bungalows suspended over turquoise waters are enviable, but even the entry-level rooms and suites impress with private balconies and patios.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Apr. 2026
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Upstairs, the layout and square footage impress and make room for everything from family to guests and hobbies.—
Miriam Schwartz,
Hartford Courant,
29 Mar. 2026
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“Imprint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imprint. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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