as in reflective
indicating something
a wide-eyed look that is indicative of his constant curiosity
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Recent Examples of indicative
The injuries were indicative of Shaken Baby Syndrome and with being grabbed, Commander Keith Martin, Griffith police spokesman, said then.
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Meredith Colias-Pete, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
This is indicative of HISA’s ongoing fiscal mismanagement, which is a distraction from our joint mission of equine health and safety.
—Stephanie Kuzydym, Louisville Courier Journal, 1 Apr. 2026
While South Florida locals debate whether Fort Lauderdale is truly stealing Miami’s thunder, Smorgasburg’s move from the 305 to the 954 is indicative of Fort Lauderdale’s growing food scene and appeal to young people.
—Amanda Rosa
march 31, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2026
That is indicative of navy blue to me.
—Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2026
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Meredith Colias-Pete, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
This is indicative of HISA’s ongoing fiscal mismanagement, which is a distraction from our joint mission of equine health and safety.
—Stephanie Kuzydym, Louisville Courier Journal, 1 Apr. 2026
While South Florida locals debate whether Fort Lauderdale is truly stealing Miami’s thunder, Smorgasburg’s move from the 305 to the 954 is indicative of Fort Lauderdale’s growing food scene and appeal to young people.
—Amanda Rosa
march 31, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2026
That is indicative of navy blue to me.
—Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indicative
Adjective
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Her portrayals – reflective of real people – will live on in television history for their honesty, wit and charm.—
Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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Both will be surrounded by streaks of bright, reflective material that were cast out during the violent asteroid impacts that formed the craters.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
3 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Some had characteristic ticks etched along their outer edges, while others looked like small sticks cut lengthwise, with a flat and a curved side—forms that their makers crafted deliberately to produce random outcomes.—
Joseph Howlett,
Scientific American,
2 Apr. 2026
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The show is curated by the artist’s daughters, Aiko Cuneo and Addie Lanier, and will feature many characteristic pieces.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Indicative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indicative. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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