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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
As great as 2024 was for Tate McRae, 2025 seems by all indications to be an even bigger year for the still-rising pop star.
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Katie Atkinson, Billboard, 7 Oct. 2025
Qualified respondents will receive detailed specifications, photos, and logistical information after receipt of their indications of interest.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 7 Oct. 2025
The data track earlier indications based on calls to Wisconsin's 211 helpline in the early aftermath of the storm.
—Claudia Levens, jsonline.com, 6 Oct. 2025
At Pixar, the solution was not the absence of structure but the right kind of structure—round tables, open seating, visible indications that every voice mattered.
—Rick Burton, Sportico.com, 6 Oct. 2025
All indications early are that Conley will remain in his role as the starting point guard.
—Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
In Colorado, Polis and Denver Mayor Mike Johnston have said there are no indications that similar deployments are planned here.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 30 Sep. 2025
While the PwC study was conducted in June, there are indications that a potential pullback on footwear spend could be in the works.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
However, there are indications that this trend is catching on as part of the overall inroads AI is making into organizations, from the mailroom to the boardroom.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 27 Sep. 2025
Katie Atkinson, Billboard, 7 Oct. 2025
Qualified respondents will receive detailed specifications, photos, and logistical information after receipt of their indications of interest.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 7 Oct. 2025
The data track earlier indications based on calls to Wisconsin's 211 helpline in the early aftermath of the storm.
—Claudia Levens, jsonline.com, 6 Oct. 2025
At Pixar, the solution was not the absence of structure but the right kind of structure—round tables, open seating, visible indications that every voice mattered.
—Rick Burton, Sportico.com, 6 Oct. 2025
All indications early are that Conley will remain in his role as the starting point guard.
—Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
In Colorado, Polis and Denver Mayor Mike Johnston have said there are no indications that similar deployments are planned here.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 30 Sep. 2025
While the PwC study was conducted in June, there are indications that a potential pullback on footwear spend could be in the works.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
However, there are indications that this trend is catching on as part of the overall inroads AI is making into organizations, from the mailroom to the boardroom.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 27 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for indications
Noun
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Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.—
Mark Cooper,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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The clues have been there from the start, the little touches that aligned Grasso’s bifurcated personality with Tom and Robbie’s.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
6 Oct. 2025
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The King and his youngest son recently met, and though the meeting was reportedly positive, there have been suggestions of sabotage from Harry’s camp in regards to how some information has leaked.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
3 Oct. 2025
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With high school training techniques evolving, there are numerous suggestions, including the possibility that individual quarterback coaching can cement specific bad habits.—
Noah White,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Flyback Chronograph This high-octane flyback chronograph from Roger Dubuis takes its cues from Lamborghini Squadra Corse’s SC63 hypercar, which is campaigned in the Le Mans Daytona Hybrid (LMDh) class.—
Carol Besler,
Robb Report,
3 Oct. 2025
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Other designs seen throughout the performance included the Cassia Annmac taking cues from the soft cocoon of leg warmers; the Cassiasticina evoking ballerina slippers and the Ruben style, the first Cassia creation in the men’s range.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Unlike traditional candles that require an open flame, these lamps gently melt your favorite wax from the top down, filling your space with hints of Honeycrisp apple and vanilla pumpkin safely and efficiently.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Oct. 2025
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OpenAI’s actions also provide hints.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In addition to the cut-through traffic prohibitions for trucks on residential streets, city staff will work with the City Council on ordinance revisions to strengthen penalties on truck operators and owners who do not comply with signs and restrictions.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Fellow wide receivers Chris Marshall and Cam Bates came over to celebrate with Brown before realizing he was still hunched over the ball and showed no signs of getting up.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Indications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indications. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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