seal of approval
noun phrase
: an action or statement that shows approval or official acceptance
The bill has the President's seal of approval.
—often used figurativelyFans have given the band's new song their seal of approval.
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And that has rendered Trump’s endorsement the gold seal of approval in Republican primaries.
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Aaron Blake, Washington Post, 26 June 2024
Look for products labeled with the Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) seal of approval to ensure that your purchase protects the welfare of these remarkable animals.
—Emily Pennington, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 June 2023
As for Healy’s family, Bechtel already has the seal of approval from Healy’s mother, actress Denise Welch.
—Rachel Desantis, Peoplemag, 14 June 2024
Even sweeter, unlike many vacation destinations near the equator, French Polynesia gets the seal of approval — a Level 1 travel advisory — from the U.S. State Department for safety.
—David Dickstein, Orange County Register, 13 June 2024
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Aaron Blake, Washington Post, 26 June 2024
Look for products labeled with the Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) seal of approval to ensure that your purchase protects the welfare of these remarkable animals.
—Emily Pennington, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 June 2023
As for Healy’s family, Bechtel already has the seal of approval from Healy’s mother, actress Denise Welch.
—Rachel Desantis, Peoplemag, 14 June 2024
Even sweeter, unlike many vacation destinations near the equator, French Polynesia gets the seal of approval — a Level 1 travel advisory — from the U.S. State Department for safety.
—David Dickstein, Orange County Register, 13 June 2024
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“Seal of approval.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seal%20of%20approval. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.
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