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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 indications
There were no immediate indications yesterday that US intelligence had knowledge of a specific plot that prompted the warning.
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Nadeen Ebrahim,
CNN Money,
4 July 2026
The watches are powered by Corum’s automatic C0082 movement (that offers 42 hours of power reserve) and offer hours and minutes indications only.
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Roberta Naas,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
Hand is especially interested in the isotopic signature of Bright Angle’s carbon, which might provide some indications of life.
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Jacek Krywko,
ArsTechnica,
4 July 2026
In a 2025 report issued on Tuesday, the intelligence agency said there were no indications that the party had backed off its problematic views.
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ABC News,
3 July 2026
On Wednesday, local businesses and downtown workers offered some early indications.
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Sacbee.com,
1 July 2026
Three of the four crew members on board were recovered and are in stable condition, and there are no indications enemy fire brought the aircraft down, Navy officials in the region said in a statement.
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Alex Horton,
Washington Post,
1 July 2026
With attacking reinforcements still on the agenda, indications suggest that their business is far from done as the club looks to return to contending for Champions League qualification.
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David Ornstein,
New York Times,
1 July 2026
Authorities said there are no indications of foul play, and preliminary findings suggest the car was functioning properly.
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Paloma Chavez,
PEOPLE,
30 June 2026
Nadeen Ebrahim,
CNN Money,
4 July 2026
The watches are powered by Corum’s automatic C0082 movement (that offers 42 hours of power reserve) and offer hours and minutes indications only.
—
Roberta Naas,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
Hand is especially interested in the isotopic signature of Bright Angle’s carbon, which might provide some indications of life.
—
Jacek Krywko,
ArsTechnica,
4 July 2026
In a 2025 report issued on Tuesday, the intelligence agency said there were no indications that the party had backed off its problematic views.
—
ABC News,
3 July 2026
On Wednesday, local businesses and downtown workers offered some early indications.
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Sacbee.com,
1 July 2026
Three of the four crew members on board were recovered and are in stable condition, and there are no indications enemy fire brought the aircraft down, Navy officials in the region said in a statement.
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Alex Horton,
Washington Post,
1 July 2026
With attacking reinforcements still on the agenda, indications suggest that their business is far from done as the club looks to return to contending for Champions League qualification.
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David Ornstein,
New York Times,
1 July 2026
Authorities said there are no indications of foul play, and preliminary findings suggest the car was functioning properly.
—
Paloma Chavez,
PEOPLE,
30 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for indications
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One of the biggest clues comes from city permits for street closures.
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As speculation swirls and new clues emerge about possible plans for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding, not everyone is convinced by the rumors involving Madison Square Garden.
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That goal has been overshadowed by his suggestions that Washington might seize control of Greenland or that Canada could become America’s 51st state.
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Some of the suggestions include a ban on cryptocurrency mining data centers and requirements for noise barriers to reduce stress on nearby residents.
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Visually, the 790 Duke takes obvious cues from its bigger siblings, the 990 Duke and 1390 Super Duke R Evo.
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Interestingly, the development could lead to precision for delicate industrial manufacturing, gives advanced prosthetics a richer sense of touch, and allow surgical systems to instantly detect fine tissue abnormalities through visual color cues.
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An abundance of hints, clues and other helpful items await, not to mention a bonus Custom Wordle and plenty more.
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And while the couple have yet to confirm their wedding plans, details and hints around their wedding ceremony have begun to emerge, sending Swifties into overdrive.
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And the deals extend well beyond skin care, with discounts on hair and makeup products that address everything from early signs of thinning hair and sparse brows to dull complexions in need of a natural-looking flush.
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Chopper 4 flew over the detention center and observed no visible signs that the facility was being dismantled.
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“Indications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indications. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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