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
Thus far, the Sky haven't shown any indication that they are committed to winning in any capacity since Reese joined the team in 2024.
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Reice Shipley, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
There was no indication of what specific ages that included.
—Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 7 Sep. 2025
In recent months, however, there have been indications that the strain between father and son may be softening — hinting at the possibility of a reconciliation ahead.
—Erin Hill, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
While the chances of winning are extraordinarily low — about 1 in 292 million, according to Powerball — if history is any indication, some states may have more of a propensity to churn out winners than others.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2025
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Reice Shipley, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
There was no indication of what specific ages that included.
—Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 7 Sep. 2025
In recent months, however, there have been indications that the strain between father and son may be softening — hinting at the possibility of a reconciliation ahead.
—Erin Hill, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
While the chances of winning are extraordinarily low — about 1 in 292 million, according to Powerball — if history is any indication, some states may have more of a propensity to churn out winners than others.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indication
Noun
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Those figures should tell us, or at least offer clues, as to how the summer’s transfer business was paid for, and whether more spending will be possible come January.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Use these clues to narrow down your guesses.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Check out our hints and answers right here.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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From cracks near its south pole, the moon blasts towering geysers of water vapor, ice and organic molecules into space, which are tantalizing hints of a hidden ocean that could, in theory, be habitable.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In my experience as an outfitter, Altra has always been my go-to suggestion whenever a customer walks in complaining about foot problems.—
Alice Bennett,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Sep. 2025
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Have suggestions for future picks?—
Melody Wilding,
CNBC,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In a market where a single video can send demand soaring overnight, RealSelf is taking cues from the industry and is giving itself a makeover.—
Tanya Benedicto Klich,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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But then things suddenly get very serious when Zem and Salia wind up falling in love, leading to a tragic denouement at the hands of ALMA, followed by an obvious music cue that must have cost a fortune.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In the midst of feeling helpless, Kate said an idea took shape to commemorate the victims.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Sep. 2025
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And the 18-year-old Mastantuono has already brought fresh ideas to Madrid’s attack.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Indication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indication. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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