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as in brand
a device (as a word) identifying the maker of a piece of merchandise and legally reserved for the exclusive use of that person or company
"Kleenex" is a trademark for a cleansing tissue
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as in logo
a device, design, or figure used as an identifying mark
the golden arches are a trademark of McDonald's
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Recent Examples of trademark
The first film from 20th Century Women and Beginners’ Mike Mills, this mild but clever coming-of-age comedy adaptation of a Walter Kirn novel has Mills’s trademark good cheer and emotional honesty.
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Tim Grierson, Vulture, 18 Oct. 2025
The line also carries the Seal of Cotton trademark, Cotton Incorporated’s label that verifies the natural fiber content of products.
—Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 17 Oct. 2025
The prose in this quiet, forceful epic exemplifies Kincaid’s trademark sharpness.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
Specifically, Politzer highlighted the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore as a trademark asset for Las Vegas Sands.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2025
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Tim Grierson, Vulture, 18 Oct. 2025
The line also carries the Seal of Cotton trademark, Cotton Incorporated’s label that verifies the natural fiber content of products.
—Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 17 Oct. 2025
The prose in this quiet, forceful epic exemplifies Kincaid’s trademark sharpness.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
Specifically, Politzer highlighted the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore as a trademark asset for Las Vegas Sands.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trademark
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With yet another title opportunity against Stratton, some believe that now may finally be the time for Cargill to win the top female prize on the blue brand.—
Fernando Quiles Jr,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Shoes in this collection feature the brand’s proprietary ProjectPlush support system, which is basically just a footbed that contours to the natural curvature of the feet, helping to distribute weight evenly and alleviate pressure points that could lead to soreness, calluses, and blisters.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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Some customers decried the logo change as uninviting.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
23 Oct. 2025
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Amid the frenzy, another Democratic candidate released his own shirtless photo to show off his arm tattoo of former President Barack Obama’s presidential campaign logo.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
23 Oct. 2025
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Lyra also has the ability to read an alethiometer, a marvelous magical device—the titular compass—that can answer any question, but only by way of arcane symbols.—
Lev Grossman,
The Atlantic,
23 Oct. 2025
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For over 100 years, presidents have enhanced the White House, preserving its legacy as a symbol of our nation.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
23 Oct. 2025
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Art Deco, an emblem of the Roaring 1920s, remains one of the most enduring and revolutionary design movements of all time.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
20 Oct. 2025
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Mobley’s gold emblem will serve as both a trophy and a target, representing the league’s highest defensive honor and a reminder that the Cavaliers’ success continues to be built on his steady, golden standard of excellence.—
Evan Dammarell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Oct. 2025
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In January, as Amorim faced Hurzeler for the first time, Brighton’s opening goal bore the hallmarks of their previous wins.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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Other than the big notes of cinnamon, allspice, and cloves (three of Cincinnati chili’s main hallmarks), the ice cream also features whole oyster crackers, which add a bit of crunch to the ultra-creamy dessert and give a nod to the popular chili topping.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Trademark.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trademark. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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