as in clue
a slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation)
there are indications that a medical breakthrough in the treatment of the disease is imminent
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Recent Examples of indication
The art—while still not up to the standard of a typical Nine Inch Nails release—gives no indication that this music is in any way related to a blockbuster film.
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Sadie Sartini Garner, Pitchfork, 7 Mar. 2026
February’s bankruptcy plan offered an indication that GST was seeking to prioritize its relationship with athletes to facilitate a possible path forward for the project.
—Adam Crafton, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
In clinical trials, pharmaceutical companies typically foot the bill, but, when the therapy is approved for specific indications, insurance companies or patients have to absorb the cost.
—Jason Liebowitz, New Yorker, 6 Mar. 2026
If history is any indication, the two teams could once again make the gold medal match on the last day of the Games.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 6 Mar. 2026
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Sadie Sartini Garner, Pitchfork, 7 Mar. 2026
February’s bankruptcy plan offered an indication that GST was seeking to prioritize its relationship with athletes to facilitate a possible path forward for the project.
—Adam Crafton, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
In clinical trials, pharmaceutical companies typically foot the bill, but, when the therapy is approved for specific indications, insurance companies or patients have to absorb the cost.
—Jason Liebowitz, New Yorker, 6 Mar. 2026
If history is any indication, the two teams could once again make the gold medal match on the last day of the Games.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 6 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indication
Noun
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Note landscapes, architecture, street signs, and any geographic clues that flash across the screen.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
10 Mar. 2026
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Give officers background clues about routines, favorite locations, past wandering episodes and favorite familiar landmarks to narrow the search area.—
Panashe Matemba-Mutasa,
Mercury News,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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There are some hints that along with the switch to colder weather, there could be some light snow.—
Cutter Martin,
CBS News,
10 Mar. 2026
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Stout is a full-bodied ale that lends toasty depth and hints of malt and hops to the broth.—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
10 Mar. 2026
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Shvo has previously swatted away suggestions that his relationship with BVK was strained or that the pension fund was looking to replace him.—
Kim Velsey,
Curbed,
9 Mar. 2026
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What rubs us the wrong way is the suggestion that this proposal is purely about sustainability.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026
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Take a cue from Khaite’s SS26 show and wear yours with a breezy midi skirt, crisp button-up, and lightweight knit for the ultimate in-between-season outfit formula.—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
9 Mar. 2026
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And right on cue, spring’s best new menswear seems to match that more relaxed mood.—
Naomi Rougeau,
Robb Report,
8 Mar. 2026
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That idea was put forth way back in 1929 by Fritz Zwicky, the same Fritz Zwicky who coined the term supernova and was the first to theorize the existence of dark matter.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
6 Mar. 2026
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Invite friends to share their recent creative ideas with you to revel in mutual inspiration.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Indication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indication. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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