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as in trail
a mark or series of marks left on a surface by something that has passed along it
found an imprint on the road where something apparently had been dragged
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as in to etch
to produce a vivid impression of
that early lesson on the value of honesty permanently imprinted itself on my mind
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Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
This article is adapted from Vince Beiser’s Power Metal: The Race for the Resources That Will Shape the Future, published November 19 by Riverhead (an imprint of Penguin Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House, all rights reserved).
—Vince Beiser, WIRED, 30 Nov. 2024
Ben Standig, The Athletic, 29 Aug. 2024
Catherine tells the story of her rape as a trauma survivor does, doing her best to conjure the dark collage of sensory details imprinted on her memory.
—Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
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These oversized coin earrings bear the imprint of Patou, a fashion house created by Jean Patou in 1914.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
This article is adapted from Vince Beiser’s Power Metal: The Race for the Resources That Will Shape the Future, published November 19 by Riverhead (an imprint of Penguin Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House, all rights reserved).
—Vince Beiser, WIRED, 30 Nov. 2024
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Factor in more front-office moves and the addition of over 30 new players in free agency and the 2024 NFL Draft — like quarterback Jayden Daniels, the No. 2 pick in the draft — and the first full offseason where managing partner Josh Harris can imprint his organizational plans is well underway.
—Ben Standig, The Athletic, 29 Aug. 2024
Catherine tells the story of her rape as a trauma survivor does, doing her best to conjure the dark collage of sensory details imprinted on her memory.
—Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
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Just remember, Deer Valley is only open to skiers, so snowboarders will want to stick to Park City — but with nearly 350 trails, that's not really a sacrifice.Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 9 Dec. 2024
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Upon entering, the hotel’s maze-like trails hide surprises around every turn.Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Dec. 2024
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Hailey Bieber’s new Rhode Barrier Butter seems to be making quite the impression, solidifying itself as a best-seller in her edited skin-care range (there are just five products, after all).Kiana Murden, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2024
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These recipes were often simple enough to save time for the main event but always delicious enough to leave a lasting impression.Katie Strasberg Rousso, Southern Living, 15 Dec. 2024
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Subsonic rounds with casings etched with a possible motive.Patrik Jonsson, The Christian Science Monitor, 10 Dec. 2024
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The tome is encased in a white-bronze clamshell, etched with Jay-Z lyrics and embossed with the book’s title.Tori Latham, Robb Report, 3 Dec. 2024
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Essentially, the photonic chip replaces traditional circuitry with light, where optical data flows through the system to accomplish computing goals on a lower energy footprint.John Werner, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The Kremlin could indeed look to use its footprint in Libya or Sudan, but Russia doesn't have any formal agreements with these countries, the ISW said.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Saint Laurent’s spring 2025 show nodded to the brand’s eponymous founder, with creative director Anthony Vaccarello sending slouchy suits and bohemian prints down the runway.Hannah Malach, WWD, 17 Dec. 2024
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Petite Plume also sells silk pajama sets and nightshirts in whimsical prints, to make for a memorable gift.Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Designed in Thiers, France—known to blade aficionados as the knife capital of the world—the saber features an ebony wood handle and can be engraved with a custom name or date.Sophie Dodd, Bon Appétit, 10 Dec. 2024
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High-end versions double as a bit of jewelry, with silver slides set with turquoise and often engraved with animal motifs, including buffalo skulls and eagles.Tom Stubbs, Robb Report, 30 Nov. 2024
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Research has shown the highest traces of bird flu virus detected on the cow are around its mammary glands and in the milk itself, said Davis, a former dairy veterinarian.Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 8 Dec. 2024
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Although the traces found were low amounts, the water pollution is the latest in a series of stressors that marine animals are facing.Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 6 Dec. 2024
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Smiles at Four Seasons Whistler Both the facilities and service at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler impress.Johanna Read, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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For Kim Charlson, NBC’s push towards greater inclusivity impress.Steven Aquino, Forbes, 6 Sep. 2024
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“Imprint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imprint. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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