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as in implies
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 indicates
Data indicates declining trust in managers and reduced interest in leadership among younger generations.
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Cindy Rodriguez Constable,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
But data from the Asia Pacific Network Information Center (APNIC), the regional internet registry, indicates that scammers represent a disproportionate share of its user base.
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ABC News,
30 June 2026
Initial data indicates both of these earthquakes were strike-slip, Magnani said, meaning one plate lurched past the other along the boundary.
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Evan Bush,
NBC news,
25 June 2026
Cindy Rodriguez Constable,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
But data from the Asia Pacific Network Information Center (APNIC), the regional internet registry, indicates that scammers represent a disproportionate share of its user base.
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ABC News,
30 June 2026
Initial data indicates both of these earthquakes were strike-slip, Magnani said, meaning one plate lurched past the other along the boundary.
—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
25 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for indicates
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This moment means a lot to me, man.
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In this measure, the number 0 means grade level.
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The average analyst price target implies Ralph Lauren could still climb another 7% from current levels.
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The consensus price target implies more than 22% upside, with optimism fueled by increasing mergers and acquisitions activity.
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On the outside the new face of the CLA is inflected with tri-star icons and glowing new tri-star headlights—a detail that denotes newer and fancier models—with a large Mercedes logo anchoring the grille.
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In flashbacks to Max’s time in Tarwater, Antosca uses black-and-white imagery that denotes not just a past time but a specific place.
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Police dispatch audio suggests the 27-year-old has both a valid FOID card and Concealed Carry License.
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For every Founding Father looking to free the colonies from British tyranny, there was a Larry (often called Lawrence here) who suggests that sharing desserts and umbrellas should be prohibited by the Declaration of Independence.
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This evolution signifies that future success hinges on leaders who integrate health, not sacrifice it, for long-term effectiveness.
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But the installation also signifies the removal of the rest of the city’s colorful street art, including the large rainbow flag by Sebastian Street Beach, as Fort Lauderdale seeks to settle its ongoing legal battles with the state.
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There’s, of course, also hints of early-aughts influence sprinkled in, with low-rise versions of this pant becoming more popular by the day.
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This hints that placing an order and being served with no human interaction may become as ordinary as having a robot complete your household chores.
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“Indicates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indicates. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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