as in autograph
a person's name written in their own handwriting often given to indicate awareness or consent
I'll just need your signature on the application, and then we're all set
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Recent Examples of signature
The pop star and beauty mogul attended partner A$AP Rocky’s AWGE fall 2026 show (his third runway) as part of New York Fashion Week last night, wearing a look that speaks to every Rihanna signature.
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Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 14 Feb. 2026
The next step for the team is to determine whether these oral microbial signatures precede metabolic disease or simply mirror it.
—New Atlas, 14 Feb. 2026
Lewandowski and Noem have frustrated career officials at DHS with a policy implemented last summer that requires Noem’s signature on any contract worth more than $100,000.
—Michael Scherer, The Atlantic, 14 Feb. 2026
The McCoys’ signature achievement has been twofold, said Jeff Crooks, a San Diego wetlands expert.
—Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 14 Feb. 2026
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Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 14 Feb. 2026
The next step for the team is to determine whether these oral microbial signatures precede metabolic disease or simply mirror it.
—New Atlas, 14 Feb. 2026
Lewandowski and Noem have frustrated career officials at DHS with a policy implemented last summer that requires Noem’s signature on any contract worth more than $100,000.
—Michael Scherer, The Atlantic, 14 Feb. 2026
The McCoys’ signature achievement has been twofold, said Jeff Crooks, a San Diego wetlands expert.
—Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 14 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for signature
Noun
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After the skills challenge Tuesday night, the three IceHogs made sure to sign autographs and offer their appreciation to their fans.—
Kalen Lumpkins,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
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While autograph pricing at expos has steadily climbed in recent years, some fans argue Hamill’s rates have crossed into another galaxy.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
12 Feb. 2026
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Despite the callouts during the walkabout, King Charles did not appear to respond, continuing down the line of people and shaking hands, the outlet said.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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Officers then moved in on the nurses who did not give way, zip-tied their hands and led them to waiting police vans.—
Barry Williams,
New York Daily News,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Signature.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/signature. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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