as in signature
an official mark that is stamped on paper or on a small piece of wax to show that something (such as a document) is genuine and has been officially approved
The paperwork must have a notary's seal.
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Recent Examples of seal
Kristen Philipkoski, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
File photo: The State Department seal is seen on the briefing room lectern at the State Department in Washington.
—Emma Marsden, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 June 2025
Gene Maddaus, Variety, 19 June 2025
Contractors will pour concrete into the tunnel to seal it off, the agency said.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2025
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Noun
For example, a class-action lawsuit launched in 2023 alleges that products with the Target Clean seal actually contained parabens, talc, and PFAS (forever chemicals linked to cancer and immune risks)—ingredients the Target Clean stamp claimed to exclude.
—Kristen Philipkoski, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
File photo: The State Department seal is seen on the briefing room lectern at the State Department in Washington.
—Emma Marsden, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 June 2025
Verb
When the two sides argued over the summary judgment motion on March 21, the courtroom was sealed.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 19 June 2025
Contractors will pour concrete into the tunnel to seal it off, the agency said.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for seal
Noun
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Answer: Jeff Goldblum What is Glinda’s signature song?—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
17 June 2025
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But the Mig Flash can also be used for backup and play of an individual's legal Switch game purchases on a personal console, which shouldn't lead to any such signature conflicts.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
17 June 2025
Verb
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For months after the killings, police followed Weger, a young lodge dishwasher who had fished and hiked in the park most of his life.—
Christy Gutowski,
Chicago Tribune,
24 June 2025
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The pair once fished together in New York, and Cuomo visited Lamont in Hartford.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
24 June 2025
Verb
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The players had been locked in a physical altercation for over a dozen yards, leading to Baker-Whiting falling shoulder-first into the Argentine winger.—
Jeff Rueter,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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Another tip is to work with materials suppliers to lock in prices when possible, even before materials become available.—
Aimee Picchi,
CBS News,
19 June 2025
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Frightened for her daughter’s life, Paulina’s mother did not sign the authorization.—
Rebecca Grant
June 24,
Literary Hub,
24 June 2025
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At a press conference, Johnson said the War Powers Act of 1973, which limits presidential military action without congressional authorization, is unconstitutional.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 June 2025
Verb
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Holder confirmed that while harvesting electrons via front-axle regen, the rear friction brakes will clamp down to improve chassis predictability.—
Michael Teo Van Runkle,
ArsTechnica,
17 June 2025
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Sustainable Gardening Turtle Island, Fiji Guests of Turtle Island, Fiji, can join the private island’s gardeners to harvest tropical fruits, herbs and vegetables from the five-acre organic farm that supplies the resort’s chefs.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
Verb
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Senate Republicans are latching onto the political theater narrative.—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
13 June 2025
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One of the most bizarre and funniest responses to the breakup, and one which was latched onto by every late night TV host, came from Kanye West.—
Abid Rahman,
HollywoodReporter,
6 June 2025
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Other initiatives included covering the cost of certification fees and collaborating with local schools to boost recruitment, the Park District said.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2025
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To stay competitive, governments and businesses must work together to offer more AI learning programs and certifications to equip workers, ensure their economic growth and close the AI divide.—
Russell Sarder,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
Verb
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Known for its abundance of agates found along the Pacific Ocean beach between Newport and Yaquina Head, Agate Beach is a popular spot for agate hunting, as well as other activities like clamming, surfing and wildlife viewing.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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Spend a day out on the water with a boat and gear rentals for crabbing or clamming.—
Molly Allen,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Jan. 2025
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“Seal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seal. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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