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as in impressions
a perceptible trace left by pressure
a stamp left in the mud by some prehistoric beast
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as in characteristics
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
virtually without exception Van Gogh's portraits bear the stamp of genius
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as in shuffles
to move heavily or clumsily
stamping around in oversized boots
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Recent Examples of stamps
Max Foster, CNN Money, 20 Apr. 2026
These latest price adjustments could mark a 50% increase from when Forever stamps were first issued in 2007 at just 41 cents a pop.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 15 Apr. 2026
The couple divorced in 2016 and both parties have seemingly removed the stamps.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
During an appearance in front of Congress back in March, Postmaster General David Steiner suggested that a price hike on first-class stamps could have gone as high as 95 cents.
—Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2026
This spring, the Postal Service is honoring history by issuing stamps that celebrate those who helped forge this nation.
—Readers Speak, Hartford Courant, 7 Apr. 2026
The Los Angeles Public Library is celebrating the Central Library's 100th anniversary with unique stamps showcasing the architecture of each branch.
—Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
The new stamps will be showcased through a series of first‑day‑of‑issue ceremonies held during the World Stamp Show, which runs from May 23 to May 30, 2026 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center.
—Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
No other services, including letter mail and First-Class stamps, will be affected by the surcharges.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 26 Mar. 2026
Monica Garske, NBC news, 13 Mar. 2026
Conscious qualities, such as our emotional tone, complexity of thought, or attentional focus, could each meaningfully constrain how the mind stamps its presence on the brain’s dynamic landscape.
—Conor Feehly, Big Think, 10 Mar. 2026
Its rituals are observed in the ring each time a rikishi throws salt on the ground or stamps his feet, traditions intended to drive away evil spirits.
—Joshua Hunt, Harpers Magazine, 24 Feb. 2026
Instead of carrying the chip’s features as a pattern of light, this machine literally stamps them onto the silicon.
—IEEE Spectrum, 30 Dec. 2025
Arriaga’s version simultaneously pays graceful homage to Fender’s original, while, like the rest of the songs on the album, Arriaga stamps every lyric and message with his unique artistry and warm, welcoming vocal tone.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 3 Nov. 2025
Lina sniffs, stamps her feet in the snow to make her own set of giant prints to frighten this creature.
—Hazlitt, 8 Oct. 2025
In the middle of 25th St, a man opens a red stanchion and ushers us toward a guard who stamps invisible ink on our wrists.
—Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 24 Sep. 2025
Isango, a 300-pound adult male, takes a long pee and then stamps his feet hard, a series of thunderous whumps to the soil.
—Noo Saro-Wiwa, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2023
Noun
Commemorative stamps and coins have also been released while Buckingham Palace is hosting a months-long exhibition featuring the largest ever public display of Elizabeth’s fashion.
—Max Foster, CNN Money, 20 Apr. 2026
These latest price adjustments could mark a 50% increase from when Forever stamps were first issued in 2007 at just 41 cents a pop.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 15 Apr. 2026
The couple divorced in 2016 and both parties have seemingly removed the stamps.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
During an appearance in front of Congress back in March, Postmaster General David Steiner suggested that a price hike on first-class stamps could have gone as high as 95 cents.
—Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2026
This spring, the Postal Service is honoring history by issuing stamps that celebrate those who helped forge this nation.
—Readers Speak, Hartford Courant, 7 Apr. 2026
The Los Angeles Public Library is celebrating the Central Library's 100th anniversary with unique stamps showcasing the architecture of each branch.
—Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
The new stamps will be showcased through a series of first‑day‑of‑issue ceremonies held during the World Stamp Show, which runs from May 23 to May 30, 2026 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center.
—Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
No other services, including letter mail and First-Class stamps, will be affected by the surcharges.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 26 Mar. 2026
Verb
The Lowriders stamps showcase five classic models.
—Monica Garske, NBC news, 13 Mar. 2026
Conscious qualities, such as our emotional tone, complexity of thought, or attentional focus, could each meaningfully constrain how the mind stamps its presence on the brain’s dynamic landscape.
—Conor Feehly, Big Think, 10 Mar. 2026
Its rituals are observed in the ring each time a rikishi throws salt on the ground or stamps his feet, traditions intended to drive away evil spirits.
—Joshua Hunt, Harpers Magazine, 24 Feb. 2026
Instead of carrying the chip’s features as a pattern of light, this machine literally stamps them onto the silicon.
—IEEE Spectrum, 30 Dec. 2025
Arriaga’s version simultaneously pays graceful homage to Fender’s original, while, like the rest of the songs on the album, Arriaga stamps every lyric and message with his unique artistry and warm, welcoming vocal tone.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 3 Nov. 2025
Lina sniffs, stamps her feet in the snow to make her own set of giant prints to frighten this creature.
—Hazlitt, 8 Oct. 2025
In the middle of 25th St, a man opens a red stanchion and ushers us toward a guard who stamps invisible ink on our wrists.
—Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 24 Sep. 2025
Isango, a 300-pound adult male, takes a long pee and then stamps his feet hard, a series of thunderous whumps to the soil.
—Noo Saro-Wiwa, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stamps
Noun
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What lasting impressions are our children taking from all these empty eyes staring at them?—
Jean Garnett,
New Yorker,
18 Apr. 2026
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Featuring comedy legends and late-night insiders, this sharp, entertaining documentary reveals how presidential impressions became one of America’s most influential, and surprisingly powerful, forms of political storytelling.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
16 Apr. 2026
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The unusual characteristics of dark matter have prompted scientists to search beyond the standard model of particle physics for particles that could comprise it.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
10 Apr. 2026
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This is particularly important for individuals who have concealed their characteristics and do not meet the autism or ADHD descriptions.—
Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone,
Kansas City Star,
10 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Tristan returns home and greets James while Siegfried shuffles the woman out the window.—
Alice Burton,
Vulture,
12 Jan. 2026
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That is not unique — Major League Baseball’s offseason shuffles along at a deliberate pace, just as the Dodgers historically have liked.—
Katie Woo,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Ellie stomps back to the crew mess to whine about it to Jenna and Ben.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
10 Mar. 2026
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As skyscrapers towered over them, their cheers, chants and stomps wove through downtown Dallas.—
Jessica Ma,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Feb. 2026
Noun
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How one was born for the stage or how the other had inexplicably inherited Jean’s love for animal prints.—
Douglas Stuart,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2026
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Featuring one-of-a-kind prints and stand out colors, each piece feels special -- like it was made just for you.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Windows 11 Pro offers speed improvements, fresh features that make your device feel newer, and tighter security.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
11 Apr. 2026
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During their time there, Ozzy and Sharon carefully renovated the home in order to add modern day luxuries and features, while making sure to maintain the historical architecture and charm of the era it was designed and built in.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
11 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The action film stars Bob Odenkirk as a small town sheriff who stumbles on a larger conspiracy following a local bank robbery.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
19 Apr. 2026
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Based on a true story, Erin Brockovich follows the titular law firm worker who stumbles upon records involving the Pacific Gas & Electric Company's culpability in a contamination incident.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Her only callout is that imprints from paw prints, chairs, and table legs set pretty deeply on this rug.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
16 Apr. 2026
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His shoes appeared to match imprints left at the scene.—
Meredith Colias-Pete,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2026
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“Stamps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stamps. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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