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as in logos
a device, design, or figure used as an identifying mark
the hallmark of the Primrose Pottery Works is the small rose emblem etched on each piece
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as in characteristics
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
regards kindness and gentleness as the hallmarks of a real man
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Recent Examples of hallmarks
Sam Warren, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Garments spanning nylon half-zips to French Terry sweatshirts, garments look faded and worn-in and feature hallmarks of denim like whiskers, creases, abrasions and breakages that tell stories of time and use.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 24 Apr. 2026
The Tree Positive Program aligns perfectly with those hallmarks.
—Christopher Derose, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
One of the hallmarks of American capitalism is Chapter 11 bankruptcy, which allows failing companies to restructure, reorganize and return to the playing field to fight a new day.
—Diane Brady, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2026
This increases oxidative stress and contributes to inflammation, cellular damage, and other hallmarks of disease.
—Jasna Hodžić, Big Think, 22 Apr. 2026
As such, the concept, which still retains all the hallmarks of a luxury yacht, aims to offer beyond what a traditional explorer can—and its Super-Expedition moniker certainly matches that ethos.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 21 Apr. 2026
The record-breaking advance in US stocks has many of the hallmarks of an unloved rally, including narrow leadership, low volumes and muted investor sentiment.
—Geoffrey Morgan, Bloomberg, 20 Apr. 2026
Tens of thousands were killed in violence that the United Nations says bore the hallmarks of genocide.
—Emmanuel Akinwotu, NPR, 15 Apr. 2026
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All of these traits are hallmarks of defensive coordinator Brian Flores’ system.
—Sam Warren, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Garments spanning nylon half-zips to French Terry sweatshirts, garments look faded and worn-in and feature hallmarks of denim like whiskers, creases, abrasions and breakages that tell stories of time and use.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 24 Apr. 2026
The Tree Positive Program aligns perfectly with those hallmarks.
—Christopher Derose, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
One of the hallmarks of American capitalism is Chapter 11 bankruptcy, which allows failing companies to restructure, reorganize and return to the playing field to fight a new day.
—Diane Brady, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2026
This increases oxidative stress and contributes to inflammation, cellular damage, and other hallmarks of disease.
—Jasna Hodžić, Big Think, 22 Apr. 2026
As such, the concept, which still retains all the hallmarks of a luxury yacht, aims to offer beyond what a traditional explorer can—and its Super-Expedition moniker certainly matches that ethos.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 21 Apr. 2026
The record-breaking advance in US stocks has many of the hallmarks of an unloved rally, including narrow leadership, low volumes and muted investor sentiment.
—Geoffrey Morgan, Bloomberg, 20 Apr. 2026
Tens of thousands were killed in violence that the United Nations says bore the hallmarks of genocide.
—Emmanuel Akinwotu, NPR, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hallmarks
Noun
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Researchers evaluated and recorded the same 28 characteristics for each species based on preexisting data from universities and government agencies, Nunez-Mir said.—
Madeline King,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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Clean-up operations involve experts who calculate the risk of a criticality accident based on the characteristics of the material being moved, Rofer says.—
Stephanie Pappas,
Scientific American,
23 Apr. 2026
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This marks his 50th season in the Braves organization.—
Gabriel Burns,
AJC.com,
26 Apr. 2026
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The foreign minister’s departure marks the end of two visits to Pakistan in 48 hours, as hopes for further face-to-face US-Iranian talks dissipated.—
Max Saltman,
CNN Money,
26 Apr. 2026
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But the four-poster bed carved with Pica-pau’s symbols feels enchanted and protective.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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People remember chunks, patterns, and familiar symbols far better than abstract strings.—
Jay Gardiner,
Boston Herald,
22 Apr. 2026
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If your car is equipped with front radar or driver‑assist features, dirt on the sensor or slight misalignment from a parking‑lot bump could also be the culprit.—
Hartford Courant,
Hartford Courant,
25 Apr. 2026
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Update to the latest version to see all Vogue content, as well as new features like our Runway Genius quiz, Group Chats, and posts from Vogue contributors.—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The Lowriders stamps showcase five classic models.—
Monica Garske,
NBC news,
13 Mar. 2026
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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
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Chaiwalas, or street tea venders, have long been taken as emblems of the small-scale entrepreneurialism by which uneducated Indians can gain subsistence, and, in theory, something more.—
Nathan Heller,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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The two became emblems of a schism.—
Gaby Del Valle,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Mar. 2026
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Plus, basil's aromatic qualities can improve the flavor of lettuce.—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
30 Apr. 2026
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These guys have leadership qualities.—
Colton Pouncy,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Instead of turning off this flow of free money, how about the city simply earmarks existing taxes on these properties to create an affordable housing fund?—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 Nov. 2025
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Josephides earmarks the Greek island of Samos as one of the next destinations to go through this cycle.—
Julia Buckley,
CNN Money,
19 Aug. 2025
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“Hallmarks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hallmarks. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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