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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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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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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
But as the week wore on, there were hints that Messi might not play for Argentina and instead play with Inter Miami in an important game with playoff implications.
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Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 12 Oct. 2025
That change could have major implications for industries such as oil and gas exploration where rare whales live.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 12 Oct. 2025
The implications stretch far beyond the lab.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2025
This trend has financial implications that are closer to home than many realize.
—Ayesha Javed, Time, 12 Oct. 2025
Thus, the privacy implications are significant – in a study involving 197 participants, the research team was able to determine identities with nearly 100% accuracy, regardless of the individual’s walking style or perspective.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 11 Oct. 2025
The potential implications for Russian citizens are extensive.
—Justin Sherman, The Atlantic, 11 Oct. 2025
There are real-life implications, however, when spreading a message that women should only strive to please men and men should only see the women in their lives in one way.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
This culture of veneration coexists with a significant unfamiliarity with the document and its implications.
—Big Think, 10 Oct. 2025
Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 12 Oct. 2025
That change could have major implications for industries such as oil and gas exploration where rare whales live.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 12 Oct. 2025
The implications stretch far beyond the lab.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2025
This trend has financial implications that are closer to home than many realize.
—Ayesha Javed, Time, 12 Oct. 2025
Thus, the privacy implications are significant – in a study involving 197 participants, the research team was able to determine identities with nearly 100% accuracy, regardless of the individual’s walking style or perspective.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 11 Oct. 2025
The potential implications for Russian citizens are extensive.
—Justin Sherman, The Atlantic, 11 Oct. 2025
There are real-life implications, however, when spreading a message that women should only strive to please men and men should only see the women in their lives in one way.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
This culture of veneration coexists with a significant unfamiliarity with the document and its implications.
—Big Think, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for implications
Noun
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Others made suggestions on how to find someone who could be their guardian.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
10 Oct. 2025
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The Mifsuds have invited the community to become a part of the menu curation process, by welcoming name suggestions for Six Spoke’s latest brews, like the Vernor Hazeway, a hazy IPA.—
Lyndsay C. Green,
Freep.com,
9 Oct. 2025
Noun
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These mistakes are not only costly on a game-by-game basis because their suspension ramifications, particularly in a Chelsea squad already carrying several defensive injuries, are key.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
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And this global push has had local ramifications.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
10 Oct. 2025
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Through his attorney, Farley has consistently declined to comment on the allegations against him.—
Meena Duerson,
CNN Money,
11 Oct. 2025
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According to court documents obtained by TMZ in February 2018, Brawner made several allegations against McCrary.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
11 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Such controls could become especially valuable given that, unlike the inferences tech platforms have been able to draw about users based on their online behavior, users tell AI chatbots personal things about themselves directly.—
Clare Duffy,
CNN Money,
14 Oct. 2025
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These sections have some interesting inferences on how AI functions based on its programming and training material.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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However, Samuel had just four catches for 15 yards and may have been still feeling the effects of his lingering heel injury.—
Josh Buckhalter,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
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Students affected on two separate days Altman said students on two separate days last week ingested THC gummies and were either unable to function and removed from school or hospitalized due to the drugs’ effects.—
Brenda Ordonez,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
14 Oct. 2025
Noun
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When asked to comment on Tuesday’s vote and accusations against him, Fuller referred questions to his lawyer.—
Hema Sivanandam,
Mercury News,
13 Oct. 2025
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The accusations emerged again amid the #MeToo movement, prompting Keaton to publicly defend her longtime collaborator on social media.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
13 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Early indications are that the 49ers are planning on elevating Ji’Ayir Brown as a starter ahead of Pinnock at one safety spot along with Sigle and using Mustapha on a limited snap count.—
Jerry McDonald,
Mercury News,
12 Oct. 2025
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At the time, there were indications that dress shoes and boot sales continued to gain traction.—
Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
9 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The consequences showed up in Ohtani’s first at-bat.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
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In Season 2, after their journey through the multiverse, Fionna and Cake tackle new adventures while Huntress Wizard embarks on a desperate quest with fatal consequences.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
12 Oct. 2025
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“Implications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/implications. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.
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