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as in to mean
to serve as a sign or symptom of his attitude seems to indicate that he has little interest in the project

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as in to imply
to convey an idea indirectly her expression indicated that she was uncomfortably cold, but she was too polite to say so

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Recent Examples of indicate Recent sediment core samples indicate that the glacier began retreating in the 1940s, possibly linked to recurring El Niño patterns. Monica Sanders, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025 However, further analysis indicated the collision likely occurred in early 2009 within the asteroid belt. Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 24 Apr. 2025 Initial findings indicate that all victims were employees of J&B Malunggay Bakery and were residing in the premises. Becca Longmire, People.com, 24 Apr. 2025 As of last May, filings with the state of Texas indicated that 78% of CFP Administration LLC’s ownership was held in equal 15.6% shares by the Big Ten, ACC, SEC, Big 12 and Pac-12. Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 11 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for indicate
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  • This means every resume review or coaching session reduces the amount of time available with the coaches.
    Nia Bowers, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2025
  • The drop means a massive decline in his first NFL contract that stands at $43 million and counting, depending on where Sanders is picked.
    Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 26 Apr. 2025
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  • The business leaders’ statement implies that the region might be in danger of losing one or both teams, but neither has threatened to leave the Kansas City area.
    Mike Hendricks, Kansas City Star, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Gentry implied that the growth sprang largely from American unexpectedly adding flights, which the airport is contractually obliged to accommodate, The Ledger reported.
    Ted Reed, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
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  • During the era of the former Prince Regent, colour was used as a status symbol and the decadent colour scheme employed by his interior designers– from opulent gold to aristocratic purple–was a status symbol used by the aristocracy to signify wealth and good taste.
    Lee Sharrock, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
  • An all-women Blue Origin spaceflight signifies only that several women have amassed the social capital to be friends with Lauren Sánchez.
    Amanda Hess, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
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  • Several economic indicators suggest a potential recession, including declining stock prices and weakening consumer sentiment.
    Russ Wiles, USA Today, 24 Apr. 2025
  • Initial evidence suggests the practice may support the immune system, boost mood, improve circulation, decrease inflammation, relieve pain, and increase muscle recovery, though much more research is necessary to support these findings.
    Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2025
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  • This configuration denotes a GMT-Master (or II) with a steel case, a brown or black dial, a gold bezel, a two-tone bezel insert in brown and gold, a gold crown, and a matching, two-tone bracelet.
    Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2025
  • Although there are no universal definitions for organizational culture, the term usually denotes the formal and informal behaviors or actions that are typically rewarded and sanctioned in a company.
    Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
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  • Crucially, however, Wolff hinted the prospect of luring the Dutchman away from Red Bull remains a possibility.
    Dan Cancian, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Stays with both brands will soon earn Marriott Bonvoy points, and the company has hinted that more outdoorsy properties are on the horizon.
    Mary Holland, Travel + Leisure, 13 Apr. 2025

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“Indicate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indicate. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.

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