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as in impressions
a perceptible trace left by pressure
a stamp left in the mud by some prehistoric beast
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as in characteristics
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
virtually without exception Van Gogh's portraits bear the stamp of genius
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as in shuffles
to move heavily or clumsily
stamping around in oversized boots
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Recent Examples of stamps
Óscar Martínez & Carlos Martínez, The Dial, 16 Sep. 2025
Customers can purchase the stamps online at The Postal Store, through the USPS catalog USA Philatelic, by phone, or at Post Office locations nationwide.
—Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
As traditional passport stamps begin to phase out and become less common, the Amex Travel App introduces virtual badges and passport stamps that commemmorate different trips and travel achievement.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 15 Sep. 2025
Cookie cutters with plunger stamps provide the best detail.
—Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 12 Sep. 2025
Both cards are in envelopes devoid of any postage markings or stamps, which suggests they were sent as part of a larger package.
—Chris Spargo, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
The family had collected more stamps than art, however.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Shops selling cards generally also sell stamps, which is convenient.
—Pat Tompkins, AFAR Media, 25 Aug. 2025
Jewish author and illustrator Shel Silverstein and Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg have also been featured on stamps, and the postal service has issued several stamps marking Hanukkah.
—Grace Gilson, Sun Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2025
Noun
Abundant evidence previously published by El Faro lent credibility to the gang members’ claims, but in these times, an intelligence document with official stamps and signatures or pictures from prison security cameras have less weight than a famous fugitive gang leader saying it himself on camera.
—Óscar Martínez & Carlos Martínez, The Dial, 16 Sep. 2025
Customers can purchase the stamps online at The Postal Store, through the USPS catalog USA Philatelic, by phone, or at Post Office locations nationwide.
—Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
As traditional passport stamps begin to phase out and become less common, the Amex Travel App introduces virtual badges and passport stamps that commemmorate different trips and travel achievement.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 15 Sep. 2025
Cookie cutters with plunger stamps provide the best detail.
—Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 12 Sep. 2025
Both cards are in envelopes devoid of any postage markings or stamps, which suggests they were sent as part of a larger package.
—Chris Spargo, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
The family had collected more stamps than art, however.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Shops selling cards generally also sell stamps, which is convenient.
—Pat Tompkins, AFAR Media, 25 Aug. 2025
Jewish author and illustrator Shel Silverstein and Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg have also been featured on stamps, and the postal service has issued several stamps marking Hanukkah.
—Grace Gilson, Sun Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stamps
Noun
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Confirmatory searching occurs when individuals seek information that reinforces their initial impressions.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Recovered evidence includes a bolt-action rifle and forensic impressions lifted from the rooftop, including palm and forearm imprints and footwear marks.—
Nicole Acosta,
PEOPLE,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Those are characteristics that are best stated overtly.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Most Playful Night Light This is a night light for kids and adults alike, embodying the charming, playful characteristics of all Dusen Dusen products.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
18 Sep. 2025
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Gakpo is deeper, and Wirtz pushes forward as the central member of Liverpool’s forward line, while Ekitike shuffles across as the left of the trio.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
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Because global air travel shuffles millions of people around the world daily, an outbreak of a very contagious disease anywhere can become a threat everywhere.—
Amy E. Stambach,
The Conversation,
12 Aug. 2025
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The guy just f****** stomps right on my face.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Aug. 2025
Noun
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On top of that, the glossy colors and neutral prints look stylish and match with everything.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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From subtle autumnal tones to festive harvest prints, these fall dish towel sets (and more below) make the seasonal swap effortless.—
Jeaneen Russell,
PEOPLE,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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While these issues seem to have been caused by users’ misunderstanding of features, other, more nefarious security flaws have emerged.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Girarvs Entryway Shoe Bench with Cat Cabinet This 18-inch high bench is designed to store some items in plain sight, but also includes a few more subtle features that ramp up its unique factor.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Yet, when a star athlete—the rival who excels at everything—finally stumbles in a sport, a subtle surge of neurological pleasure briefly ignites.—
Richard Menger MD MPA,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Daniel, meanwhile, stumbles upon Laura's phone, which fell under a side table during her fight with Cherry, and listens to the recording of Cherry's mom, Tracey (Karen Henthorn), warning that her daughter is darker and more vengeful than Daniel ever knew.—
Julia Moore,
People.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Utah Department of Public Safety Commissioner Beau Mason said investigators found palm impressions, smudges and a shoe imprints of the suspect and are hoping to collect to some DNA evidence.—
Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Investigators are analyzing imprints of a forearm, palm and a shoe of the person of interest.—
Filip Timotija,
The Hill,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Stamps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stamps. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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