as in autographing
to write one's name on (as a document)
you'll have to sign the contract for it to be legal
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of signing
General manager Ken Holland made a splash just ahead of the 18-day Olympic break by acquiring forward Artemi Panarin from the New York Rangers and signing him to a two-year $22-million extension.
—
Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
Newsom tried to ease the transition, and in doing so was criticized by environmentalists, for signing legislation authorizing some 2,000 new well permits in Kern County through 2036.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Mar. 2026
The Seahawks decided to move on last offseason, signing Sam Darnold in free agency and dealing Smith to the Raiders.
—Dianna Russini, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
Braun's bill-signing frenzy Braun went on a bill-signing spree over the last 48 hours.
—Marissa Meador, IndyStar, 6 Mar. 2026
Data center trends Some data center projects in other cities have raised questions about non-disclosure agreements, and whether cities are signing them.
—Elliot Mann, Twin Cities, 5 Mar. 2026
The Badgers responded by signing offensive lineman Davis Heinzen, who had entered the portal after starting 36 consecutive games at Central Michigan.
—Dallas Morning News, 5 Mar. 2026
The nearly three-hour meeting ends with Rihanna signing vinyl copies of her Loud, Music of the Sun and Good Girl Gone Bad LPs.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 27 Feb. 2026
Frankly speaking, Sullivan and Hafley would be putting their reputations on the line by signing Willis, who has never been a full-time starter.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 27 Feb. 2026
Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
Newsom tried to ease the transition, and in doing so was criticized by environmentalists, for signing legislation authorizing some 2,000 new well permits in Kern County through 2036.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Mar. 2026
The Seahawks decided to move on last offseason, signing Sam Darnold in free agency and dealing Smith to the Raiders.
—Dianna Russini, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
Braun's bill-signing frenzy Braun went on a bill-signing spree over the last 48 hours.
—Marissa Meador, IndyStar, 6 Mar. 2026
Data center trends Some data center projects in other cities have raised questions about non-disclosure agreements, and whether cities are signing them.
—Elliot Mann, Twin Cities, 5 Mar. 2026
The Badgers responded by signing offensive lineman Davis Heinzen, who had entered the portal after starting 36 consecutive games at Central Michigan.
—Dallas Morning News, 5 Mar. 2026
The nearly three-hour meeting ends with Rihanna signing vinyl copies of her Loud, Music of the Sun and Good Girl Gone Bad LPs.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 27 Feb. 2026
Frankly speaking, Sullivan and Hafley would be putting their reputations on the line by signing Willis, who has never been a full-time starter.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for signing
autographing
Verb
-
Sloss prides himself on autographing hundreds of divorce papers.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
10 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Signing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/signing. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
