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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
With their trademark charm, Sinatra and Davis inquire about their drink choice.
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Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 10 Dec. 2024
The design and name are trademarks of CIC Ventures, the group that is also behind Trump's sneakers, which include gold high tops with an American flag emblazoned on the side.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 9 Dec. 2024
The layout of the page is also similar aside from the fake Film Heritage Inc. trademark, which replaced the hotel's logo at the bottom.
—Hannah Hudnall, USA TODAY, 9 Dec. 2024
The fourth panel has only Hudson's trademark cursive writing, like lines in a ledger book, dedicating the quilt to the Native children who did not capitulate to the administrators and federal officials who carried out federal Indian boarding school policies.
—Adam Burke, NPR, 9 Dec. 2024
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Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 10 Dec. 2024
The design and name are trademarks of CIC Ventures, the group that is also behind Trump's sneakers, which include gold high tops with an American flag emblazoned on the side.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 9 Dec. 2024
The layout of the page is also similar aside from the fake Film Heritage Inc. trademark, which replaced the hotel's logo at the bottom.
—Hannah Hudnall, USA TODAY, 9 Dec. 2024
The fourth panel has only Hudson's trademark cursive writing, like lines in a ledger book, dedicating the quilt to the Native children who did not capitulate to the administrators and federal officials who carried out federal Indian boarding school policies.
—Adam Burke, NPR, 9 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trademark
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Emblazoned with the brand’s iconic double-C logo, the Chanel compact mirror feels like a little luxury accessory well worth the $45 price tag.Rachel Besser, Vogue, 17 Dec. 2024
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Located at Fontainebleau Las Vegas, the 1,560-square-foot store offers its own take on the theme of family spirit, which debuted first at the brand’s Paris flagship and was brought to New York for its first U.S. store that opened in September.Thomas Waller, WWD, 17 Dec. 2024
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With stacks of Nike shoeboxes, Jordan Brand drawstring bags and winter coats, and apparel boasting the logos of local sports teams — even the Mets — kids were able to leave in style.Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
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The punk band the Offspring expressed its admiration by selling bootleg merchandise with the company’s logo.Hua Hsu, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
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Many theories exist as to the original purpose of Stonehenge, including a burial site, astronomical observatory, religious or worship site, some sort of gesture or symbol, or a place of ritual or healing.Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024
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The new theory posits that the monument’s stones, sourced from distant regions, served as symbols of political alliances, possibly after unrest.Jamie Carter, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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No standard-issue heartthrob, Law began his career as a veritable emblem of intimidating, unattainable, sometimes self-sabotaging male beauty.Guy Lodge, Variety, 12 Dec. 2024
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For photographer Amanda Lopez, her image goes beyond religion, serving as a powerful emblem of home.Pablo Valdivia, NPR, 7 Dec. 2024
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With its unparalleled ability to overcome challenges and seize opportunities, the U.S. energy sector has cemented its place at the forefront of the global market—proving once again that resilience and innovation are the hallmarks of its success story.Robert Rapier, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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Iowa Speedway is widely celebrated for its distinct 0.875-mile tri-oval track, which has been a hallmark for exciting NASCAR races.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Trademark.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trademark. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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