genericides.org keeps a list of generic trademarks. We support the list with examples of "generic use" in newspapers worldwide. The entry below is such example.
Schüler benutzen Tipp-Ex, um Hausarbeiten unauffällig zu verbessern
Involved trademark
Involved news organisation
Date
Is the trademark here used in an expression?
No
In what news organisation did it appear?
Süddeutsche Zeitung
Translation
Schoolchildren use Tipp-Ex to improve their homework
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