as in clues
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
The indications are that Arteta believes Dowman could be a difference-maker in what remains of the campaign.
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James McNicholas, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
So far, there are no indications that talks with Iran to extend the ceasefire into a full diplomatic agreement will successfully prevent Iran from pursuing uranium enrichment.
—Ioana Emy Matesan, The Conversation, 9 Apr. 2026
There are no indications that other Republicans would change their votes on the war power resolution.
—Allison Pecorin, ABC News, 8 Apr. 2026
There are indications, though, that religious renewal is taking place mostly in elite and upper-middle-class circles.
—Joel Mathis, TheWeek, 7 Apr. 2026
Researchers studied her cells by cultivating them in a laboratory and saw indications of a selective advantage, with healthy skin cells favored over diseased ones.
—Jerome Groopman, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
And in last night’s ninth inning, in the midst of plenty of indications the Padres have problems, there was a moment that might have provided a sign that Tatis is still Tatis — and maybe even has grown into a more complete version of himself.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
His latest stop was the CPAC conference, where, from all indications, Pahlavi stole the show.
—Bobby Zirkin, Baltimore Sun, 5 Apr. 2026
With any degree of glare the driving mode indications are difficult to read.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 5 Apr. 2026
James McNicholas, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
So far, there are no indications that talks with Iran to extend the ceasefire into a full diplomatic agreement will successfully prevent Iran from pursuing uranium enrichment.
—Ioana Emy Matesan, The Conversation, 9 Apr. 2026
There are no indications that other Republicans would change their votes on the war power resolution.
—Allison Pecorin, ABC News, 8 Apr. 2026
There are indications, though, that religious renewal is taking place mostly in elite and upper-middle-class circles.
—Joel Mathis, TheWeek, 7 Apr. 2026
Researchers studied her cells by cultivating them in a laboratory and saw indications of a selective advantage, with healthy skin cells favored over diseased ones.
—Jerome Groopman, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
And in last night’s ninth inning, in the midst of plenty of indications the Padres have problems, there was a moment that might have provided a sign that Tatis is still Tatis — and maybe even has grown into a more complete version of himself.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
His latest stop was the CPAC conference, where, from all indications, Pahlavi stole the show.
—Bobby Zirkin, Baltimore Sun, 5 Apr. 2026
With any degree of glare the driving mode indications are difficult to read.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 5 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for indications
Noun
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But a new, experimental blood test developed by researchers at Duke Health and the University of Minnesota might someday provide empirical clues — at least in the sense of short-term survival.—
Scott Lafee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Apr. 2026
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Authorities say the way a call comes in and the language the caller uses are also clues that first responders use to determine if the call is legit.—
Elle Meyers,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
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The phantom page is usually a collection of additional content suggestions or a pop-up that tries to eke out a few more clicks from each visitor.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
14 Apr. 2026
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Most of them sound like throwaways from a brainstorming session, or worse… ChatGPT suggestions.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
13 Apr. 2026
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Take cues from indoor lighting and layer a variety of light sources on your patio for an ambient feel.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Apr. 2026
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In the great room, Gibson took cues from a rug Christian Bérard created for Nelson Rockefeller’s Fifth Avenue apartment, amplifying its gestural floral pattern in a custom carpet and then carrying the motif up the walls.—
David Foxley,
Architectural Digest,
10 Apr. 2026
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Ives inserts hints of Ludwig van Beethoven’s 5th Symphony in the meditative work, and at other times seems to conjure up church bells through the piano.—
Sheila Regan,
Twin Cities,
14 Apr. 2026
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More subtle hints are peppered throughout the story.—
Matt Cabral,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 Apr. 2026
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But oil prices fell overnight amid signs that peace talks could continue despite the blockade.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
14 Apr. 2026
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Under the law, as long as the baby is less than two months old and there are no signs of abuse, parents can anonymously drop them off at a hospital, fire station, or freestanding emergency room.—
Kelsy Mittauer,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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“Indications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indications. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.
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