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
Time is read vertically, calendar indications horizontally, giving the dial a legible and recognizable face.
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Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2025
The Globe’s decision to stand by McCarthy is the latest in a series of indications that newsroom culture is shifting radically to match this backlash moment.
—Max Tani, semafor.com, 8 Sep. 2025
The company also provided robust guidance for the third quarter, with no indications of customers accelerating demand in anticipation of tariffs.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 8 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
The two drugs have a different set of broader indications, with Zepbound also approved to treat sleep apnea in people with obesity, for example.
—Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
Even though being adept at the technology could enhance one’s productivity, there are indications that cognitive offloading may be making humans less skilled.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2025
Investors have worried that large cap technology stocks will pull back following their ascent to lofty valuations, but recent indications of lower interest rates have revived interest in the sector.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2025
From all indications, McCaffrey is 100 percent healthy.
—Matthew Schmidt, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Aug. 2025
Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2025
The Globe’s decision to stand by McCarthy is the latest in a series of indications that newsroom culture is shifting radically to match this backlash moment.
—Max Tani, semafor.com, 8 Sep. 2025
The company also provided robust guidance for the third quarter, with no indications of customers accelerating demand in anticipation of tariffs.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 8 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
The two drugs have a different set of broader indications, with Zepbound also approved to treat sleep apnea in people with obesity, for example.
—Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
Even though being adept at the technology could enhance one’s productivity, there are indications that cognitive offloading may be making humans less skilled.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2025
Investors have worried that large cap technology stocks will pull back following their ascent to lofty valuations, but recent indications of lower interest rates have revived interest in the sector.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2025
From all indications, McCaffrey is 100 percent healthy.
—Matthew Schmidt, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for indications
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
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However, several team sources confirmed that the bulk of the Sky’s internal communication has been focused on her criticism of teammates and suggestions of a lack of overall talent on the roster.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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The group goes through suggestions for the coming year.—
Charlotte Alter,
Time,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Chloe x Mother capsule evokes the swinging spirit of the 1960s, taking cues from the sisters’ favorite vintage finds and the on-screen stars who defined the decade.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2025
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Employees look to leaders for cues.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The video was picked apart by people looking for some hints as to the shooter’s motivation or politics.—
Charlie Warzel,
The Atlantic,
4 Sep. 2025
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Swifties also took note of a few extremely subtle hints Swift made during her appearance on Travis and Jason Kelce’s New Heights podcast, indicating a Super Bowl performance could be in her future.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
3 Sep. 2025
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According to the Mayo Clinic, the surgery involves cutting away thin layers of the skin until there are no signs of cancer.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
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There are early signs that Alonso will bring the best out of him.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Indications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indications. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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