Definition of indicatornext
as in needle
an arrow-shaped piece on a dial or scale for registering information you should refill when the indicator on the gas gauge shows that there's only a quarter of a tank left

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Recent Examples of indicator Woods cautioned that technical indicators warrant close attention. Yun Li, CNBC, 29 June 2026 The failure of Everlane, a brand built on radical transparency and sustainability, is the clearest indicator of this. Brian Delp, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 Beyond just being a nuisance, phorid flies can also be an indicator of more serious underlying issues in your home. Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 28 June 2026 Because these purchases are often tied to expansion plans, it is widely viewed as an indicator of business confidence and future economic growth. Doug Ashburn, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for indicator
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Noun
  • But more than just making pretty designs, the threads in her needle were stitching a connection to her heritage.
    ABC News, ABC News, 30 June 2026
  • One German tourist moved the needle on how Americans feel about his entire country.
    Frank Ahrens, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
Noun
  • The three major indexes are coming off a winning week.
    Alex Harring, CNBC, 22 June 2026
  • The air quality index is divided into six categories.
    Paris Barraza, USA Today, 22 June 2026

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“Indicator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indicator. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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