as in signature
an official mark that is stamped on paper or on a small piece of wax to show that something (such as a document) is genuine and has been officially approved
The paperwork must have a notary's seal.
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Recent Examples of seal
Jamin Brahmbhatt, Verywell Health, 12 Feb. 2025
The seal turned out to be the mark of a store where turn-of-the century artists in Montmartre would buy supplies.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 6 Feb. 2025
Deanna Pai, Allure, 21 Feb. 2025
The pair, who have hinted at a possible matchup between them in separate interviews and social media posts over the last few months, are officially signed and sealed to compete in a 155-pound co-main event bout at UFC 314, which takes place at the Kaseya Center, Miami, on April 12.
—Simon Head, Newsweek, 20 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Use water or a commercial adhesive remover to loosen the adhesive seal.
—Jamin Brahmbhatt, Verywell Health, 12 Feb. 2025
The seal turned out to be the mark of a store where turn-of-the century artists in Montmartre would buy supplies.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 6 Feb. 2025
Verb
For a more comprehensive camouflage, a dye will seal the deal.
—Deanna Pai, Allure, 21 Feb. 2025
The pair, who have hinted at a possible matchup between them in separate interviews and social media posts over the last few months, are officially signed and sealed to compete in a 155-pound co-main event bout at UFC 314, which takes place at the Kaseya Center, Miami, on April 12.
—Simon Head, Newsweek, 20 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for seal
Noun
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Dylan Larkin, who finally got his signature big-game moment.—
Sean McIndoe,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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Plus, expect Backyard Band featuring CeeLo Green to bring their signature go-go sound to the lineup.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
17 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Many of the ingredients at the on-site restaurants are sourced from island farms or fished from local waters.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
AFAR Media,
26 Feb. 2025
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In the summer, its owner can boat, jet ski, swim or fish from the private dock.—
Kaitlyn Keegan,
Hartford Courant,
24 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Users can progress through a full run of Monster Train 2 with them, though a lot of content that would be available in a regular playthrough will be locked.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
20 Feb. 2025
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The Penguins were locked in a tight series against the pesky Ottawa Senators in the 2017 Eastern Conference finals.—
Josh Yohe,
The Athletic,
20 Feb. 2025
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The ruling is another setback for one of President Donald Trump’s top priorities to strengthen immigration enforcement and conduct mass deportations of migrants who are in the country without legal authorization.—
Bart Jansen,
USA TODAY,
24 Feb. 2025
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And support for Ukraine from the U.S. and Europe accelerated, including an authorization to use long-range American weapons to strike militarily strategic targets within Russia.—
Kevin Shalvey,
ABC News,
24 Feb. 2025
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From rules that forbid people to harvest trees in close proximity to creeks – to ensure shelter for wildlife – to requiring two trees planted for every one harvested, CPS’ operations strive for the maximum level of sustainability.—
Malana Van Tyler,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
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The escaped fish were ready to be harvested, said Mowi, and weigh about 12 pounds each.—
Christine Rousselle,
Fox News,
13 Feb. 2025
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Just having your reality turned inside out and having so many emotions go through you, and not knowing which one of them to latch onto, was a brilliant writing and acting moment, and Sterling executed it so well.—
Jackie Strause,
The Hollywood Reporter,
19 Feb. 2025
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The baby cried incessantly, refusing to latch or nurse because Shauna, weakened by starvation, was unable to produce enough milk to nourish him.—
Michaela Zee,
Variety,
13 Feb. 2025
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Change the roster The committee's voting members tend to be experts in vaccines, immunology, pediatrics and other relevant medical fields, with advanced medical degrees and board certification.—
Pien Huang,
NPR,
15 Feb. 2025
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Both of these certifications were allegedly false, according to the feds.—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Spend a day out on the water with a boat and gear rentals for crabbing or clamming.—
Molly Allen,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Jan. 2025
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One of my goals for 2024 was to do more fishing, crabbing and clamming.—
Chloe Sorvino,
Forbes,
10 Jan. 2025
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“Seal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seal. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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