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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
Similarly, business strategists and accountants work together on the financial and risk implications of organizational transformations such as IPOs, and other growth strategies.
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Jason Ma, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2025
The transition to non-human users of payment systems has interesting implications on business models.
—David G.w. Birch, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Those cultural implications are readily seen.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2025
International implications of using foreign fighters By allowing non-Ukrainians to serve, Kyiv runs the risk of these fighters being labelled as mercenaries by Russia, leaving them vulnerable to capture, detention and extradition to Russia.
—Rebecca Johns, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
The absences also could have negative financial implications for some schools in states that fund schools based on student attendance, Dee said.
—Kayla Jimenez, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
Here are some of the health implications that can develop from dust in the bathroom.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
Despite the dramatic implications of the film’s title, Erupcja has a casual, slice-of-life vibe to it that prevents Bethany and Rob’s woes from teetering into melodrama.
—Jourdain Searles, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2025
The implications of beer foam research extend far beyond brewing.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 31 Aug. 2025
Jason Ma, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2025
The transition to non-human users of payment systems has interesting implications on business models.
—David G.w. Birch, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Those cultural implications are readily seen.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2025
International implications of using foreign fighters By allowing non-Ukrainians to serve, Kyiv runs the risk of these fighters being labelled as mercenaries by Russia, leaving them vulnerable to capture, detention and extradition to Russia.
—Rebecca Johns, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
The absences also could have negative financial implications for some schools in states that fund schools based on student attendance, Dee said.
—Kayla Jimenez, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
Here are some of the health implications that can develop from dust in the bathroom.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
Despite the dramatic implications of the film’s title, Erupcja has a casual, slice-of-life vibe to it that prevents Bethany and Rob’s woes from teetering into melodrama.
—Jourdain Searles, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2025
The implications of beer foam research extend far beyond brewing.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 31 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for implications
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However, several team sources confirmed that the bulk of the Sky’s internal communication has been focused on her criticism of teammates and suggestions of a lack of overall talent on the roster.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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The group goes through suggestions for the coming year.—
Charlotte Alter,
Time,
5 Sep. 2025
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The tendency to shut out those without connections or family ties from one of the industry’s traditional entry points has become increasingly visible, with potential ramifications for its future.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Sep. 2025
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Had Equity won, there would have been significant ramifications for Spotlight, its business and the wider industry.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
3 Sep. 2025
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Murray eventually addressed the allegations but didn't go into further detail about the staffer's complaint.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Sep. 2025
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Pulte’s most consequential allegations thus far were made against Cook, a Federal Reserve governor.—
Robert Faturechi,
ProPublica,
6 Sep. 2025
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In essence, the court approved of what amounted to the INS’s reliance on racial profiling to seize entire workforces without individualized objective facts and rational inferences normally required under the Fourth Amendment for seizures of a person.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Sep. 2025
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How reliable are the insights, inferences and actions?—
Abakar Saidov,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Human intervention has helped to curb the effects on some of the most imperiled native species, and in some cases, even succeeded in recovery efforts, but the overarching threat of climate change persists.—
John Leos,
AZCentral.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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The row over the rebate may have other unwanted side-effects.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
3 Sep. 2025
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Depardieu has denied all accusations.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
24 Mar. 2025
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The French actor has denied all accusations against him.—
Saskya Vandoorne,
CNN,
24 Mar. 2025
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All this, plus Zwick gives indications of frustration with the perpetually offended.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Even though being adept at the technology could enhance one’s productivity, there are indications that cognitive offloading may be making humans less skilled.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
29 Aug. 2025
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The decisions ultimately have dire consequences for both the erstwhile pals and everyone else living on Inisherin.—
Hannah Kerns,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Tools to postpone payments can be ‘critical’ Deferments and forbearances can help student loan borrowers avoid the harsh consequences of falling behind on their bills, consumer advocates said.—
Annie Nova,
CNBC,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Implications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/implications. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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