indication

noun

ˌin-də-ˈkā-shən How to pronounce indication (audio)
Definition of indicationnext
as in clue
a slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation) there are indications that a medical breakthrough in the treatment of the disease is imminent

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Recent Examples of indication Mia Ehrenberg, a spokesperson for the DNC, said the issue was procedural and not an indication that the Democrats can't pay their bills. — Erin Mansfield, USA Today, 6 Aug. 2026 Lastly, Tenax’s entire future rests on this one drug and indication. — Adam Feuerstein, STAT, 6 Aug. 2026 The investigation is ongoing, but police said there are no indications of foul play or threat to the community. — Haley Parsley august 6, Sacbee.com, 6 Aug. 2026 Because there are indications that One Night Only might have had something more darkly satirical on its mind at one point. — Alison Willmore, Vulture, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for indication
Recent Examples of Synonyms for indication
  1. clue
  2. hint
  3. suggestion
  4. cue
  5. idea
Noun
  • And those tiny beings offer clues as to how the mysterious formation came to be.
    — Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Alright, read on for some hints and clues for today’s Wordle, plus today’s Bonus Wordle.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of clue
Noun
  • January 20 – February 18 A money conversation may need fewer hints and more numbers.
    — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Alright, read on for some hints and clues for today’s Wordle, plus today’s Bonus Wordle.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of hint
Noun
  • Trump has said that using granite rather than concrete for the helipad was his suggestion.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Merseyside sources have played down suggestions of a formal bid for the Canada international, but talks have taken place between the two clubs.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of suggestion
Noun
  • These exercises should take cues from other countries that have faced aerial attacks on their port infrastructure, such as Germany and the United Kingdom in World War II, North Vietnam during the Vietnam War, and Ukraine in its war with Russia.
    — Eugene Gholz, Foreign Affairs, 4 Aug. 2026
  • New research reveals that job interviewers form powerful first impressions within seconds, largely based on nonverbal cues rather than actual qualifications.
    — Andy Molinsky, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of cue
Noun
  • Instead, the company launched several rapid-response ideas tied to conversations that emerged during the tournament.
    — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • One comparable piece sold for over $60,000 at Phillips in 2024, to give you an idea of price.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of idea

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