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as in to imply
to convey an idea indirectly
her expression indicated that she was uncomfortably cold, but she was too polite to say so
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Recent Examples of indicate
As reported by First Post, official electoral data indicates a high turnout, with over 4.6 million people, or 25 per cent of eligible voters, voting by noon local time in Romania's election.
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Emma Marsden, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 May 2025
If most discussions are dominated by a few voices, or if disagreement is rare, that may indicate low psychological safety—regardless of what survey responses say.
—Cynthia Pong, Forbes.com, 18 May 2025
Following a torrent of polls released over the last few weeks, coinciding with President Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office, the few polls released this week indicate a slight uptick in support for the president.
—Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 17 May 2025
The drone attack on Port Sudan indicates a major shift in the two-year conflict between the Sudanese army and the RSF.
—Reuters, CNN Money, 4 May 2025
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Emma Marsden, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 May 2025
If most discussions are dominated by a few voices, or if disagreement is rare, that may indicate low psychological safety—regardless of what survey responses say.
—Cynthia Pong, Forbes.com, 18 May 2025
Following a torrent of polls released over the last few weeks, coinciding with President Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office, the few polls released this week indicate a slight uptick in support for the president.
—Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 17 May 2025
The drone attack on Port Sudan indicates a major shift in the two-year conflict between the Sudanese army and the RSF.
—Reuters, CNN Money, 4 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indicate
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The decision means Janette Nesheiwat, a former Fox News medical contributor, is no longer under consideration for the role.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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Some traditions are timeless − black smoke from the chimney after a vote means no candidate has received the necessary votes.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
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Pereira was seemingly addressing frustration, as the post implied he felt disrespected by not getting placement in the main event for UFC 317 this summer.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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Jokic wasn’t the conniving villain implied by his pregame wardrobe.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
10 May 2025
Verb
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Also present is what would become Autopia, signifying that Disneyland in late 1953 had many of its early attractions solidified.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2025
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The skyscraper signifies an important urban developmental stage, as defined by Brian J. Godfrey, a scholar of urban studies.—
Ashley Gardini,
JSTOR Daily,
13 May 2025
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Pollock suggests adding a mocktail garden bar, a flower bar, and mini takeaway baskets with wildflower seeds to tie the theme together in a memorable way.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 May 2025
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But others who are familiar with what the program does — and doesn’t do — suggest such claims are exaggerated or false.—
Christopher O’Donnell,
Miami Herald,
17 May 2025
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Looking at the number of long attacking throw-ins — denoted as ones into the penalty area starting in the attacking quarter of the pitch — as a share of all throws in that zone, there has been a year-on-year increase, reaching 17 per cent this season.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
9 May 2025
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Astrologically, a Full Moon in Scorpio denotes change.—
Lisa Stardust,
Refinery29,
8 May 2025
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In fact, Riley hinted the Heat may wait until next offseason to address a potential Herro extension.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
10 May 2025
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Government ministers on both sides hint the dispute could escalate to military action.—
Riazat Butt,
Chicago Tribune,
10 May 2025
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“Indicate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indicate. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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