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
Mike Hellgren, CBS News, 7 May 2026
The note had been filed under seal as part of Tartaglione’s case, in which the former police officer was convicted of multiple murders.
—Greg Wehner , Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026
Dan Albano, Oc Register, 7 May 2026
After Hughes broke a tie midway through the third period, Matt Boldy scored his team-leading fifth and sixth goals of the series into empty nets to seal it.
—CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
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Noun
And the United States was well aware of this, as evidenced by its many filings under seal.
—Mike Hellgren, CBS News, 7 May 2026
The note had been filed under seal as part of Tartaglione’s case, in which the former police officer was convicted of multiple murders.
—Greg Wehner , Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026
Verb
Brock led off the seventh with a single but Millikan sophomore Jade Torres stranded the tying run at first base to seal the Rams a 4-3 victory at Fullerton High in a clash of league champions preparing for the CIF-SS playoffs.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 7 May 2026
After Hughes broke a tie midway through the third period, Matt Boldy scored his team-leading fifth and sixth goals of the series into empty nets to seal it.
—CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for seal
Noun
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The application, earlier reported by the Salt Lake Tribune, is now undergoing legal review and would need more than 5,000 signatures for the referendum to appear on the ballot.—
Clare Duffy,
CNN Money,
9 May 2026
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Guests enjoy high-end amenities such as heated floors, fireplaces, and private patios, alongside a signature experience that includes a complimentary Italian-style continental breakfast delivered to the door in a rustic wooden wine box.—
Jess Hoffert,
Midwest Living,
9 May 2026
Verb
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For Navy veteran Jake Ciccone, the experience is about more than fishing.—
Jamal Goss,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
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Anglers can enjoy surf fishing right from the beach or fish from one of the rock jetties, narrow structures that stretch from the shore into the ocean.—
Abby Price,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2026
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The abatement is necessary in order to lock down the remaining 80% of private financing needed to move the plan forward, United Center CFO Steve Rucks told aldermen.—
Jake Sheridan,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
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Nordheim Court residents were told via the UW Alert system to stay indoors and lock their windows and doors.—
Austin Mullen,
NBC news,
11 May 2026
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The courts appear unwilling to let the president use broad emergency statutes to impose sweeping tariffs without clearer congressional authorization.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2026
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He was supposed to start a lab job in January but needs employment authorization and his application is on hold.—
Amy Taxin,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2026
Verb
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Not to mention, harvesting garlic bulbs can disturb the soil quite a bit and interfere with the growth of sage plant roots.—
Lauren Landers,
The Spruce,
10 May 2026
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Check plants every other day to harvest the ripe fruit.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 May 2026
Verb
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Wall Street nevertheless latched onto some potentially encouraging signals.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
6 May 2026
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There’s a false perception in pop music that the best way to connect with the masses is to keep things broad — that vague generalizations are easier for people to latch onto.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
2 May 2026
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Eco effort The property has a Green Key certification, a mark of rigorous environmental management.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 May 2026
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Per the court's docket, the certification was processed on Thursday, April 30.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
6 May 2026
Verb
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The town boasts a fascinating history of shipbuilders, sea captains, clamming, and foreign trade.—
Daisy MacLellan,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Jan. 2026
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In 1968, Stanley Kubrick introduced HAL 9000’s unblinking red eye and eerily clam, smug voice in 2001: A Space Odyssey.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Seal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seal. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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