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
Hutson said there were indications that people in her department helped the fugitives escape.
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Jack Brook, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2025
And if Game 6 was any indication, the chase might not be far away.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 17 May 2025
Soriano said forming the Fire Safe Council over the span of a month is an indication of strong community building.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 May 2025
If what happened to Clark in her first season is any indication of what’s coming, Bueckers is a target.
—Mac Engel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2025
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Jack Brook, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2025
And if Game 6 was any indication, the chase might not be far away.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 17 May 2025
Soriano said forming the Fire Safe Council over the span of a month is an indication of strong community building.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 May 2025
If what happened to Clark in her first season is any indication of what’s coming, Bueckers is a target.
—Mac Engel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indication
Noun
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What names have new popes taken? More: Praying for white smoke: Papal conclave uses centuries-old method to announce a new pope Historians will study the name for clues to its meanings and connotations.—
George Petras,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
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But the program does not provide any clues as to who that successor could be – and none of the potential successors are given any exposure.—
Peter Rutland,
The Conversation,
9 May 2025
Noun
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Some designers dive right in, while others infuse just a hint.—
Lauren Jones,
Southern Living,
9 May 2025
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The opening on this one hits you with this incredibly juicy and crisp apple note mixed with a hint of blackcurrant that feels both sophisticated and playful.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
9 May 2025
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To get the best outcomes in ideation, creators need to master prompt writing, stay aligned with their brand and always cross-check AI suggestions with real audience data.—
Pierre Narchi,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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So far, the White House has not responded to Newsom’s suggestion.—
Nicole Nixon,
Sacbee.com,
7 May 2025
Noun
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The exhibition ends with projections of The Gilded Age series, in which the costumes took cues from Worth designs.—
Amy Verner,
Vogue,
7 May 2025
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Molnár took design cues for the Streetwing from his personal Quickie 2 Tri-Q200 plane.—
Joe Salas
May 07,
New Atlas,
7 May 2025
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Mark Gurman, in his Power On newsletter from April 27, had his own idea, and commented on the naming change.—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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Down a long hall is the Youth Leadership Council, a plenary of teens who brainstorm ideas for these Wednesday gatherings.—
Paul Solotaroff,
Rolling Stone,
11 May 2025
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“Indication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indication. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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