1
as in inference
an idea that is conveyed often indirectly
He took issue with the implication that he could not be trusted with the assignment.
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2
as in outcome
a future condition or occurrence traceable to a cause
They were concerned with the possible implications of the new legislation.
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3
as in allegation
a formal claim of criminal wrongdoing against a person
Employees were shocked by the implication of the company's CEO in the crime.
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Recent Examples of implication
Musk has objected to the deficit implications with the legislation.
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Joey Garrison, USA Today, 6 June 2025
The implications are clear: Merely opening the doors to participation doesn’t ensure equitable access or influence.
—Shanna Pearson-Merkowitz, Baltimore Sun, 5 June 2025
Butterflies Before Flowers The implications go beyond just pushing back the timeline.
—Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 5 June 2025
The implication: Promote unions, not manufacturing.
—Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 27 May 2025
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Joey Garrison, USA Today, 6 June 2025
The implications are clear: Merely opening the doors to participation doesn’t ensure equitable access or influence.
—Shanna Pearson-Merkowitz, Baltimore Sun, 5 June 2025
Butterflies Before Flowers The implications go beyond just pushing back the timeline.
—Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 5 June 2025
The implication: Promote unions, not manufacturing.
—Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 27 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for implication
Recent Examples of Synonyms for implication
Noun
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Conclusion Storage has a significant impact on AI inference.—
Abel Gordon,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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The second is inference, which is the day-to-day use of AI models.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
5 June 2025
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But the volatility and timing of rate changes will depend on the outcome of the ongoing legal challenges to President Donald Trump’s tariffs and on possible capacity changes related to the introduction of the U.S. port docking fees on Chinese ships, which are uncertain.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
2 June 2025
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There’s been speculation in the Russian and Western media about areas for possible negotiation, and the outcome of the Istanbul talks are being closely watched for any hints of flexibility.—
Matthew Chance,
CNN Money,
2 June 2025
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Wolfe's task has been to discredit the prosecution's core allegation that Read slammed into O'Keefe in reverse with her 2021 Lexus LX 570 SUV and left him to die on the ground in a blizzard on Jan. 29, 2022.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
7 June 2025
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All three brothers pleaded not guilty and their attorneys have denied the allegations.—
Charles Rabin,
Miami Herald,
7 June 2025
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Here are suggestions for staying safe during a thunderstorm: To reduce the chance of being struck by lightning, when venturing outside, have a plan to get to a safer area.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 June 2025
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For other styles and designs of squirrel-proof bird feeders from Amazon, see our other suggestions below.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 June 2025
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How the team plays overall in June could have heavy ramifications on the organization’s trade deadline plans come July.—
Katie Woo,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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While the biological and philosophical debates are interesting, the legal ramifications for endangered species conservation are of paramount importance.—
Alex Erwin,
The Conversation,
6 June 2025
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The tit-for-tat accusations have highlighted persistent mistrust and the difficulty in enforcing trade agreements, even after high-level talks aimed at reducing tariffs and calming markets.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 June 2025
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But that temporary ceasefire is already under strain amid the accusations and disagreements about what exactly was agreed upon in Geneva.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
3 June 2025
Noun
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That’s a really good indication that the marketing world, the advertising world is really where the audience is on the creator economy.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2025
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The box-office earnings are a possible indication of waning interest in the world of John Wick, which may be taken into account as Reeves weighs returning for another mainline entry.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
10 June 2025
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The advisory is in effect until 11 p.m. Ways to stay safe during a flood according to the NWS For either residents or campers of flood-prone, low-lying areas, take immediate action and seek higher ground.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 June 2025
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Future studies with more participants—measuring the long-term effects of these diets—are needed to determine who benefits the most from each one.—
Simon Spichak,
Health,
14 June 2025
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“Implication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/implication. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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