stamp of approval

noun phrase

: an indication of approval
She gave the plan her stamp of approval.

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The car is meant to be a turnkey, track-only bit of fun for 911 superfans with some money to burn, and this one comes with an F1 champion’s stamp of approval. Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 12 Sep. 2025 In the modern era, the way that content is both created, and as well consumed, has moved more towards DIY rather than waiting for television studios to give a stamp of approval. Okla Jones, Essence, 10 Sep. 2025 Meticulous, frugal and involved in all aspects of the business, Armani put his stamp of approval on everything from skirt lengths and the flowers strewn around at gala dinners to the colors of the curtains in the offices. Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025 The second Robertson's mom put on the gown, her grandma started crying, giving it her stamp of approval. Meredith Wilshere, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for stamp of approval

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“Stamp of approval.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stamp%20of%20approval. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.

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