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as in signifying
to serve as a sign or symptom of
his attitude seems to indicate that he has little interest in the project
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as in implying
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 indicating
The New Jersey depot opened in a small unbranded industrial facility in Carlstadt, with municipal records indicating that contractors added storage racks and refrigerators inside.
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Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
Officials have said the test taken aboard the ship was likely a false positive, and that the physician does not have antibodies to hantavirus, indicating he was never exposed to or ill with it.
—Rebecca Cohen, NBC news, 15 May 2026
Many hide their treasures behind unassuming wooden doors down narrow alleys, like Riad Dar Al Dall—This Time Tomorrow, or offer little or no signage indicating their presence.
—Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
He's been the prime target of attacks during debates, indicating his Democratic rivals see him as the candidate with momentum.
—ABC News, 14 May 2026
On Monday, autopsies were performed, the Coroner’s Office said, with preliminary findings indicating that all three individuals had injuries consistent with a motor vehicle collision.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
The May 12 City Council agenda packet estimated the cost at about $9,000, but Whitemyer said the city has since received information indicating the cost may be higher.
—Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 13 May 2026
The report says investigators found five casings outside the room, indicating this is one place the assailant stopped and reloaded.
—The Denver Post Editorial Board, Denver Post, 8 May 2026
Now, in his fourth week checking the hawk’s nest on OC Parks’ land managed by the Irvine Ranch Conservancy, Gough noticed the color change, indicating the chicks are molting their feathers, doing well, and growing.
—Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 8 May 2026
Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
Officials have said the test taken aboard the ship was likely a false positive, and that the physician does not have antibodies to hantavirus, indicating he was never exposed to or ill with it.
—Rebecca Cohen, NBC news, 15 May 2026
Many hide their treasures behind unassuming wooden doors down narrow alleys, like Riad Dar Al Dall—This Time Tomorrow, or offer little or no signage indicating their presence.
—Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
He's been the prime target of attacks during debates, indicating his Democratic rivals see him as the candidate with momentum.
—ABC News, 14 May 2026
On Monday, autopsies were performed, the Coroner’s Office said, with preliminary findings indicating that all three individuals had injuries consistent with a motor vehicle collision.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
The May 12 City Council agenda packet estimated the cost at about $9,000, but Whitemyer said the city has since received information indicating the cost may be higher.
—Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 13 May 2026
The report says investigators found five casings outside the room, indicating this is one place the assailant stopped and reloaded.
—The Denver Post Editorial Board, Denver Post, 8 May 2026
Now, in his fourth week checking the hawk’s nest on OC Parks’ land managed by the Irvine Ranch Conservancy, Gough noticed the color change, indicating the chicks are molting their feathers, doing well, and growing.
—Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for indicating
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Pope Leo in December appointed Joliet Bishop Ronald Hicks as archbishop of New York, signifying a move to a more pastoral and missionary-inspired leadership in one of the largest archdiocese in the nation.—
Angie Leventis Lourgos,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2026
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At our wedding, my husband and I stood under a chuppah—a wedding canopy signifying the new home a Jewish couple will create together—that my mom crafted from a lace tablecloth her grandmother had sewn.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 May 2026
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The investment bank has a buy rating on MBX, and in a report out Monday left a $60 price target on the stock, implying nearly 50% upside from Friday’s close.—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
12 May 2026
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So is this just a case of bad art design, or is Duarte seriously implying that Alvarado-Gil should be shot?—
Robin Epley,
Sacbee.com,
11 May 2026
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According to Opta’s Power Rankings — denoting the strength of each team — Farke’s side have the easiest run-in of any side fighting to avoid the drop.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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The new jet also features 13 stars denoting the 13 original colonies on its fuselage, the main body of an aircraft, and a circle of stars on each engine cowling, or covering, reflecting the original Betsy Ross flag and an America250 decal on the nose and winglet.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Zelenskyy -- who has called for a long-term ceasefire -- had refused to accept Putin’s pause in recent days, hinting that Ukraine might strike the parade.—
Nicholas Kerr,
ABC News,
8 May 2026
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Trouble brewing Some analysts are hinting that trouble may be brewing for budget hotels, which are seeing an uptick in foreclosures and bankruptcies.—
Pat Maio,
Oc Register,
2 May 2026
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The Dodgers have played 43 games out of 162, meaning there's just over 73% of the season remaining.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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Dieperink, a Dutchman who had been selected as a VAR official for this summer’s tournament, has said the Metropolitan Police has closed the case, meaning no charges will be brought.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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The lawsuit quotes comments on X, formerly known as Twitter, suggesting that at least some customers were moved to purchase Samsung TVs by the apparent endorsement.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
10 May 2026
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Reports indicate that significant numbers of voters are only now tuning into the campaign as the June primary election approaches, suggesting the race has struggled to maintain sustained engagement or generate early momentum.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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“Indicating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indicating. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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