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as in implied
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 indicated
While the Tuesday elections were held in blue states, the margins of victory for Democrats and exit polling indicated that many voters are dissatisfied with the state of the economy and inflation.
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Zach Halaschak, The Washington Examiner, 7 Nov. 2025
Companies tied to all four men appear in the leaks, several of which indicated they were established to invest in real estate in the United States.
—Karen Wang, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
This indicated that these sediment cores could indeed identify areas where human remains were located at a site, Meyer-Kaiser said.
—Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 7 Nov. 2025
Richard Wartenberg had been living in Independence since 2005, public records indicated.
—Gillian Stawiszynski, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Nov. 2025
The prices given are those indicated by state tax stamps required on all deeds.
—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent reports had indicated Cruise was not taking the breakup with De Armas well.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 7 Nov. 2025
Specifics as to Gaghan’s take are under wraps, though sources indicated that the film revolves around Silicon Valley, specifically.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 31 Oct. 2025
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office welcomed the ICRC's public condemnation but indicated the potential complicity of the group's workers on the ground.
—Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Zach Halaschak, The Washington Examiner, 7 Nov. 2025
Companies tied to all four men appear in the leaks, several of which indicated they were established to invest in real estate in the United States.
—Karen Wang, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
This indicated that these sediment cores could indeed identify areas where human remains were located at a site, Meyer-Kaiser said.
—Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 7 Nov. 2025
Richard Wartenberg had been living in Independence since 2005, public records indicated.
—Gillian Stawiszynski, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Nov. 2025
The prices given are those indicated by state tax stamps required on all deeds.
—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent reports had indicated Cruise was not taking the breakup with De Armas well.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 7 Nov. 2025
Specifics as to Gaghan’s take are under wraps, though sources indicated that the film revolves around Silicon Valley, specifically.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 31 Oct. 2025
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office welcomed the ICRC's public condemnation but indicated the potential complicity of the group's workers on the ground.
—Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for indicated
Verb
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It’s not denoted as dishwasher safe.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
4 Dec. 2025
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In the Nile Valley there are hieroglyphs galore that signify weather systems; and, being invisible and inexplicable, wind is denoted by its effect rather than its reality.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
18 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Newsom’s interview Monday on MS NOW, the cable channel beloved by Democratic politicians and activist voters, implied anew that his final year as governor will be dominated by his all-but-certain bid for the White House in 2028.—
Dan Walters,
Mercury News,
7 Jan. 2026
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In the Christian version, a quid pro quo balance seems implied.—
Michael Isaacson,
Sun Sentinel,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Barr’s unconventional campaign, meant to make an argument against gerrymandering producing deeply partisan districts, made national headlines.—
Mary Ramsey,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Nov. 2025
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This season was meant to be the biggest of Gjoshe’s young career.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Another SmackDown segment also hinted that a match could be occurring at Survivor Series War Games featuring several women's tag teams.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
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More collaborations with founder friends, Hadid hinted, could be on the horizon.—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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In days of old, that signified no parking.—
Glae Thien,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Jan. 2026
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The album signified a resurgence of her musical career, earning her a Grammy Award nomination for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance, and is now the title of the upcoming documentary.—
Charlie Vargas,
Oc Register,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Police said evidence suggested Salat was aware of the victim’s age and attempted to meet with the child in person.—
Rose Evans,
Idaho Statesman,
7 Jan. 2026
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Information widely available within the industry suggested that land movement related to hurricane activity was a threat to pipelines.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Indicated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indicated. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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