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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
The first matchup with College Football Playoff implications at stake for both teams.
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Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 4 Oct. 2025
Trump’s approval rating will have key implications for the New Jersey and Virginia gubernatorial races this year, where Democrats have sought to tie Republican candidates to Trump as his approval has dwindled, as well as the 2026 midterms.
—Andrew Stanton, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
The bottom line is that societal views on motherhood and family have real implications for everyday people — especially mothers with similar circumstances but less money than Cardi B.
—Meagan Jordan, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2025
That children can engage with algorithmic thinking before formal instruction has important implications for STEM – science, technology, engineering and math –education.
—Celeste Kidd, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2025
The Supreme Court's ruling opened the door to Trump's order taking effect in parts of the country, fueling uncertainty for immigrants and states grappling with the implications of a potentially patchwork system of citizenship rules.
—Nate Raymond, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
The advance could have implications beyond the current experiment.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2025
His assessment has big implications for US-China trade talks now underway.
—semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Equity has been lobbying hard on the implications of AI for its members.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2025
Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 4 Oct. 2025
Trump’s approval rating will have key implications for the New Jersey and Virginia gubernatorial races this year, where Democrats have sought to tie Republican candidates to Trump as his approval has dwindled, as well as the 2026 midterms.
—Andrew Stanton, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
The bottom line is that societal views on motherhood and family have real implications for everyday people — especially mothers with similar circumstances but less money than Cardi B.
—Meagan Jordan, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2025
That children can engage with algorithmic thinking before formal instruction has important implications for STEM – science, technology, engineering and math –education.
—Celeste Kidd, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2025
The Supreme Court's ruling opened the door to Trump's order taking effect in parts of the country, fueling uncertainty for immigrants and states grappling with the implications of a potentially patchwork system of citizenship rules.
—Nate Raymond, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
The advance could have implications beyond the current experiment.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2025
His assessment has big implications for US-China trade talks now underway.
—semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Equity has been lobbying hard on the implications of AI for its members.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for implications
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The King and his youngest son recently met, and though the meeting was reportedly positive, there have been suggestions of sabotage from Harry’s camp in regards to how some information has leaked.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
3 Oct. 2025
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With high school training techniques evolving, there are numerous suggestions, including the possibility that individual quarterback coaching can cement specific bad habits.—
Noah White,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
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But then why spend so much time making Jake and Vince struggle with the moral and legal ramifications of their decisions?—
Andrew Bernard,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Oct. 2025
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Wall Street is brushing off recession risks and the ramifications of a government shutdown, with stocks at healthy highs and interest rate cuts expected soon.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
2 Oct. 2025
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Global organization Human Rights Watch accused the festival of diverting attention away from allegations of the government’s severe repression of free speech and criticized comedians for performing on the behest of an oppressive regime.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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The New York Jets have responded to allegations made by former employee Elaine Chen.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
4 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
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These include types of social intelligence, such as the ability to make psychological inferences, and types of physical intelligence, such as an understanding of causal relations between objects and forces or the ability to coordinate a body in an environment.—
Matthew Hutson,
IEEE Spectrum,
22 Sep. 2025
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The effects of the RBI's outsized rate cut of 50 basis points in June have yet to filter through the economy, explained Malhotra, adding that the decision to hold rates steady was unanimous.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Concerns or reports of adverse effects can be directed to the FDA's Human Foods Program at 1-888-SAFEFOOD (1-888-723-3366).—
Matt Cannon,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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There would be accusations of race manipulation, an online mob discrediting Wallace’s win as undeserved, and an angry Joe Gibbs Racing organization, which would now realize Hamlin puts another team’s interests ahead of their own.—
Jeff Gluck,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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Moldova’s pro-EU government secured a majority in an election marred by accusations of Russian disinformation.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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All indications are that Jarry and Šilovs are going to start the season in Pittsburgh, while Murashov is going to receive a heavy AHL workload.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
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In Colorado, Polis and Denver Mayor Mike Johnston have said there are no indications that similar deployments are planned here.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
30 Sep. 2025
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Whether that fluctuating dynamic between coach and players should have any lasting consequences is a matter for United’s board and owners which, as Amorim referenced in his pre-match press conference, includes the Glazers as well as Ratcliffe.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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Doing so could lead to serious consequences, including years in prison, according to Steve Levin, a University of Maryland Carey School of Law professor.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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“Implications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/implications. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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