1
as in suggestions
an idea that is conveyed often indirectly
He took issue with the implication that he could not be trusted with the assignment.
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2
as in ramifications
a future condition or occurrence traceable to a cause
They were concerned with the possible implications of the new legislation.
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3
as in allegations
a formal claim of criminal wrongdoing against a person
Employees were shocked by the implication of the company's CEO in the crime.
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Recent Examples of implications
Ukraine, for its part, remains apprehensive about the implications of a truce.
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Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 13 Mar. 2025
Medicaid makes up a substantial portion of that funding, causing many to be concerned about the implications for public health.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
The report urges automakers and mobility stakeholders to go beyond regulations to address the threats causing serious implications for safety, operational availability and data privacy.
—Ed Garsten, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
Those who resist Project 2025 and its implications must stand together and not comply in advance.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
As these changes begin to take effect, understanding their implications is crucial for those who depend on Social Security benefits.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
These findings have practical implications for decision-making.
—Olga Megorskaya, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
Republished on March 13 with stark new analysis on Apple’s AI setback, with further implications for on-device tracking warnings affecting Android users.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
These factors have broader implications for potential homebuyers, influencing their ability to secure favorable mortgage rates and find affordable homes.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 1 Mar. 2025
Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 13 Mar. 2025
Medicaid makes up a substantial portion of that funding, causing many to be concerned about the implications for public health.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
The report urges automakers and mobility stakeholders to go beyond regulations to address the threats causing serious implications for safety, operational availability and data privacy.
—Ed Garsten, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
Those who resist Project 2025 and its implications must stand together and not comply in advance.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
As these changes begin to take effect, understanding their implications is crucial for those who depend on Social Security benefits.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
These findings have practical implications for decision-making.
—Olga Megorskaya, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
Republished on March 13 with stark new analysis on Apple’s AI setback, with further implications for on-device tracking warnings affecting Android users.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
These factors have broader implications for potential homebuyers, influencing their ability to secure favorable mortgage rates and find affordable homes.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 1 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for implications
Noun
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Here are some suggestions from the Plant Clinic for gardening resolutions.—
Beth Botts,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Jan. 2025
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See below for some other suggestions.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes,
4 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Getting Ready to Live Independently Natalia was nervous about the ramifications of leaving the family.—
Danielle Bacher,
People.com,
2 Jan. 2025
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Let’s take a reflective moment and consider the ramifications of this momentous advancement in AI.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
1 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Late last year, the MasterChef host stepped aside over allegations from more than a dozen women of misconduct.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
27 Jan. 2025
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The new mom denied allegations that Child Protective Services (CPS) visited her Louisiana home over concern for the well-being of her daughter.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
27 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The French actor has denied all accusations against him.—
Saskya Vandoorne,
CNN,
24 Mar. 2025
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Depardieu has denied all accusations.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
24 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The conflicting indications from the daily and monthly bar charts of AMZN suggest that a bigger relief rally should be viewed as counter-trend and likely short-lived.—
Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
24 Mar. 2025
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While CEOs do not generally like to spin off assets, all indications are that Caesars’ management is receptive to this strategy.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
22 Mar. 2025
Noun
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This divide has serious consequences for gender equality and economic opportunity.—
Joseph Cimpian,
The Conversation,
8 Jan. 2025
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Additionally, these controls can help prevent the inadvertent sharing of information with third parties, which can also have serious consequences.—
Chris Novak,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The best way to overcome this skepticism is to speak their language and tie coaching outcomes to measurable business metrics like team productivity, retention rates and innovation cycles.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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This precise resource allocation reduces compute usage, cooling requirements and costs—all without sacrificing business outcomes.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Could this mean obligating the parents to seek care for their troubled children in lieu of penalties or other repercussions?—
Eric Braun,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Dec. 2024
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The allegations have already had professional repercussions for Baldoni.—
Josh Rottenberg,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Dec. 2024
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“Implications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/implications. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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