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as in symbol
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 characteristic
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 hallmark
Myles Poydras, The Atlantic, 5 Jan. 2020
Byrne recalled her brother’s sense of humor, hallmarked an uncanny ability to impersonate anyone.
—Michael Brice-Saddler, Washington Post, 1 Sep. 2019
Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 3 July 2025
For clients attracted to the Art Deco style, Jessica Lagrange of Chicago’s Jessica Lagrange Interiors references the hallmarks of the period while making sure that the spaces are updated for modern living with luxurious materials and comfortable furnishings.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 2 July 2025
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Noun
Holidays, inasmuch as they are illustrated by their ornaments and decorations, are also hallmarked by their customary foods, which spangle around festive table centerpieces as the true spectacle of the occasions.
—Myles Poydras, The Atlantic, 5 Jan. 2020
Byrne recalled her brother’s sense of humor, hallmarked an uncanny ability to impersonate anyone.
—Michael Brice-Saddler, Washington Post, 1 Sep. 2019
Verb
The forever iconic anthology series is both a wildly influential horror hallmark and a shrewd, eerily prescient social satire.
—Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 3 July 2025
For clients attracted to the Art Deco style, Jessica Lagrange of Chicago’s Jessica Lagrange Interiors references the hallmarks of the period while making sure that the spaces are updated for modern living with luxurious materials and comfortable furnishings.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hallmark
Noun
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Melons are a cultural symbol, and a pair of Yukari Kings once famously sold for $45,000 at auction.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 July 2025
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Left-hander Tyler Anderson has been the symbol of the troubles.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
4 July 2025
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There are nearly 50 species of pine trees native to North America with diverse characteristics and growing preferences.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 July 2025
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For each characteristic, respondents could choose a rating of excellent, above average, average, below average, or poor.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
10 July 2025
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That same spirit — to broaden our embrace of liberty with each generation — has marked the arc of American progress.—
Sam Raus,
Oc Register,
13 July 2025
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The pit stop marked one of her only public appearances in 2024.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
13 July 2025
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The bald eagle's release came days ahead of July Fourth celebrations, restoring an emblem of American freedom to the wild.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 June 2025
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The Las Vegas Strip is America’s emblem of excess — and extravagant energy use.—
Max Bearak,
New York Times,
24 June 2025
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Other notable features include an adjustable strap with a flat buckle and supersoft fabric.—
Anne Taylor,
Travel + Leisure,
9 July 2025
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The new species was identified by its size, scale pattern, coloring and other subtle physical features, the study said.—
Aspen Pflughoeft
Updated July 9,
Miami Herald,
9 July 2025
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Shapiro chronicles the couple’s reach, as Putnam stamped Amelia’s imprimatur onto (white) American womanhood, a prototype still among us: role model for younger women, professional and practical, efficient by day, elegant by night.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 July 2025
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Every voltage reading is stamped with which machine recorded it, who was on shift and even the calibration certificate of the sensors.—
Raghu Para,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
Noun
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The logos, the layout, even Apple and Google Pay are options.—
Kim Komando The Kim Komando Show,
FOXNews.com,
12 July 2025
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The Visa, Mastercard and American Express logos on various credit and debit cards beside a U.S. $1 bill.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
Noun
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These could be changed, but importers in any nation still could choose where to buy based on quality and cost rather than differing tariff rates charged by their own country.—
Edward Lotterman,
Twin Cities,
13 July 2025
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These digital employees are property—tools operated by or on behalf of the business entity that deploys them—and the legal and economic relationships around output quality, liability and so on are all assigned to the company.—
David G.W. Birch,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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“Hallmark.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hallmark. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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