betokening

verb

Definition of betokeningnext
present participle of betoken
as in indicating
to serve as a sign or symptom of the humor in his writing is never cruel, and betokens a warm and compassionate heart

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  1. indicating
  2. signifying
  3. meaning
Verb
  • The 10-year yield jumped 13 basis points last week after the Federal Reserve pared down rate-cut projections, indicating only two more interest rate cuts lie ahead in 2025, down from four potential cuts that had been signaled in September.
    Jenni Reid, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The final composite score for each state was calculated and the states were ranked with higher scores indicating the worse working conditions.
    Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of indicating
Verb
  • However, if one partner says no, the decision is paused, signifying that further reflection and dialogue are necessary before any action is taken.
    Mark Travers, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
  • For example, just one piece of vital equipment required 130 linear feet from Macaron Queen, signifying the vertigo-inducing jump between small-scale production and any dreams of upward growth.
    Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of signifying
Verb
  • However, windchills are forecasted to remain just below freezing, meaning at least some of the snow should stick around.
    Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The post office will open with normal operations on Christmas Eve this year, meaning post office locations will be open and mail will be delivered normally.
    Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Courier-Journal, 24 Dec. 2024
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