as in clue
a slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation)
there are indications that a medical breakthrough in the treatment of the disease is imminent
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Recent Examples of indication
The bookings are an indication of Gilmour’s enduring popularity, even as his relationship with Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters has hit an all-time low.
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Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
That’s because Berkshire’s Apple sales are not indications of the company’s health.
—Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2024
When hiring or training dedicated staff exceeds the cost of bringing in external help, that’s a good indication to speak with external partners.
—Paul Stovell, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
There is no indication that lice are hereditary or that people with certain genetic makeups are more likely to get lice than others.
—Wendy Wisner, Health, 3 Nov. 2024
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Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
That’s because Berkshire’s Apple sales are not indications of the company’s health.
—Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2024
When hiring or training dedicated staff exceeds the cost of bringing in external help, that’s a good indication to speak with external partners.
—Paul Stovell, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
There is no indication that lice are hereditary or that people with certain genetic makeups are more likely to get lice than others.
—Wendy Wisner, Health, 3 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indication
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Though this potential ninth planet has never been seen directly, its existence is supported by several clues, researchers say.Jacopo Prisco, CNN, 5 Nov. 2024
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Scientists think that a young Neptune lost speed and allowed itself to be reined in by the sun’s gravity, leaving behind its methane cache as a clue of its far-flung birthplace.Shi En Kim, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Nov. 2024
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Born on TikTok, this is an ideal choice for fall/winter thanks to its cool undertones; deep berry hues offer a hint of blue that adds a head-turning pop to any autumnal beauty look.Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024
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Think velvet bows, toile ornaments, and hints of soft pastels to bring the historical elegance to life.Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
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Tricia had just moved to the area from Florida and didn’t have any suggestions as to where to go.Allie Volpe, Vox, 14 Nov. 2024
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Does Miss Manners have a suggestion for a polite way of indicating that, since they couldn’t be bothered to acknowledge the first gift, subsequent gifts should not be solicited?Judith Martin, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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Our nervous system is always scanning our environment for cues of safety or danger.Noma Nazish, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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The new outpost retains the same warm woods as its original Marais store, opened last year, and takes cues from the brand’s workshop.Rhonda Richford, WWD, 4 Nov. 2024
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Two to three yards, everybody’s got the good ideas.Parker Gabriel, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
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For more gift ideas, be sure to check out our picks for the 10 top Amazon Black Friday deals here and the 10 top Walmart Black Friday deals here.Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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“Indication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indication. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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