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 hotel association said that even though initial indications are bad, things could still get better.
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Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2026
There are also zero indications here that part of this show will take place in modern day, after the events of The Boys’ finale, which saw the death of Homelander and the return of Vought taking control over supes once again.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
According to Forristall, the decision to extend the closure for the third year in 2025 came from within the industry, based on indications that things were trending in the right direction.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 20 May 2026
So investors will be looking for indications about what the growth outlook is from here.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 20 May 2026
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Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2026
There are also zero indications here that part of this show will take place in modern day, after the events of The Boys’ finale, which saw the death of Homelander and the return of Vought taking control over supes once again.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
According to Forristall, the decision to extend the closure for the third year in 2025 came from within the industry, based on indications that things were trending in the right direction.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 20 May 2026
So investors will be looking for indications about what the growth outlook is from here.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 20 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indication
Noun
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And some of the individuals who pulled down the turnovers might provide a few clues about the makeup of the new-look secondary, which is being restocked because Miami traded Minkah Fitzpatrick and opted to not re-sign any of last year’s starting cornerbacks and safeties.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
19 May 2026
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Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.—
Mark Cooper,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
Noun
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In fact, there’s even a hint of pre-Civ 7 here, in that the civs definitely feel most powerful during their apex age.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
19 May 2026
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During what was billed as the Steel Topping Out ceremony at new Nissan Stadium in November, Goodell was very complimentary of the franchise's facility, and even dropped hints that a Super Bowl could be headed to Nashville someday.—
Armando Salguero OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
Noun
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Matching the anything-goes vibe that flows through the resort, the breezy restaurant pavilion is merely a suggestion—ordering lunch or dinner to your private terrace, a candlelit table on the beach, or one of the dozen-or-so secret seating nooks scattered around the property is actively encouraged.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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Addressing Canal+‘s investment in UGC, one of France’s top exhibition chains, Saada sought to downplay suggestions of an imminent takeover while leaving the door open to a future acquisition.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
18 May 2026
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The Jung Kook collaboration launches with a cinematic campaign that captures Jung Kook’s magnetic energy and rebellious spirit through a biker concept that takes cues from his passion for motorcycles.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
18 May 2026
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Cinematographer Noé Bach took visual cues from Nan Goldin’s photography of the 1980s and ’90s, aiming for images that feel found rather than arranged.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
18 May 2026
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Each of these casserole ideas starts with ground beef, which is hearty, filling, warm, and perfectly cozy for chilly winter months.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
22 May 2026
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Oman is in talks with Iran to implement a system for charging ships for passage through the Strait of Hormuz — an idea flatly rejected by the US, suggesting that no immediate end to the war is in sight.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
22 May 2026
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“Indication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indication. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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