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
Past performance gives no indication of future results.
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William Jones, Ascend Agency, 7 Feb. 2026
But just three weeks after a senior Immigration and Customs Enforcement official toured a massive warehouse off of State Road 528, there are indications a sale there could be imminent.
—Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2026
Based on the investigation so far, police said there is no indication of foul play.
—Dan Raby, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
One indication could be spending a lot of time on it and expanding your related knowledge or skills.
—Emily Messina, The Conversation, 6 Feb. 2026
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William Jones, Ascend Agency, 7 Feb. 2026
But just three weeks after a senior Immigration and Customs Enforcement official toured a massive warehouse off of State Road 528, there are indications a sale there could be imminent.
—Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2026
Based on the investigation so far, police said there is no indication of foul play.
—Dan Raby, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
One indication could be spending a lot of time on it and expanding your related knowledge or skills.
—Emily Messina, The Conversation, 6 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indication
Noun
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These may include skipping meals, ignoring hunger clues, relying on rigid food rules and cutting out entire food groups, according to Garcia-Benson.—
Shiv Sudhakar,
FOXNews.com,
2 Feb. 2026
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Tap a clue to see a headshot or get more details.—
Chris Feil,
Vulture,
2 Feb. 2026
Noun
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For the Bridal Shower Your bridal shower is probably your debut as the bride-to-be, so seize the moment in a sweet white slip dress for a daytime fête (and hint of something blue as a nod to tradition).—
Rosie Jarman,
Vogue,
3 Feb. 2026
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Or maybe there’s a hint of truth, and not all car salesmen are like that.—
Summer Ballentine,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2026
Noun
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One student’s suggestion was to focus an equal amount of time on both history and current world events.—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Jan. 2026
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For now at least there’s no suggestion of more advanced features like live re-routing.—
Andrew Williams,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Harvard experts recommend eating more slowly and paying attention to each bite — without distractions like phones or TV — to better recognize fullness cues and avoid overeating.—
Shiv Sudhakar,
FOXNews.com,
2 Feb. 2026
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Shifts in mood, sleep, behavior, or routines are your cue to check in with the pilot.—
Dorian Johnson,
Parents,
1 Feb. 2026
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And with Valentine's Day coming up fast, check out our list of nine restaurants with a romantic vibe, and 12 ideas to celebrate your sweetie as well as your galentines, from a tea party to a burlesque show to a day cruise.—
Kathleen Hill,
The Providence Journal,
7 Feb. 2026
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The supernatural romance is based on an idea from Shyamalan and Sparks.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Indication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indication. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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