Indicates an agreement is fully authorized and nothing else is needed for it to be effective. Once the merger is signed and sealed, our companies will become one.
Pro Tip 2/3
Beyond Discussion
Suggests that a decision or deal is final and not open for debate, question, or change. The terms are signed and sealed, so the project will commence next week.
Pro Tip 3/3
Metaphorical Use
Can be used figuratively to express a strong level of certainty about an event or outcome. Our victory is signed and sealed; we just have to play the final game.