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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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
What Happens Next The outcomes of these legal actions may have wide-reaching implications for Tesla and the broader self-driving automotive sector.
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Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 July 2025
The implications of this study’s findings are potentially far-reaching.
—New Atlas, 24 July 2025
The First Amendment lies at the heart of both cases, which could have significant implications for the future of higher education and free speech in the U.S.
Here are key takeaways from the trials.
—Brieanna J. Frank, USA Today, 23 July 2025
The implications of this could be quite large; whereas the traditional TAM for Power servers running IBM’s AIX or IBM i operating systems is estimated at $2 billion, adding new markets for hybrid as-a-service, modernization and SAP HANA use cases brings the TAM to $47 billion.
—Patrick Moorhead, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
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Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 July 2025
The implications of this study’s findings are potentially far-reaching.
—New Atlas, 24 July 2025
The First Amendment lies at the heart of both cases, which could have significant implications for the future of higher education and free speech in the U.S.
Here are key takeaways from the trials.
—Brieanna J. Frank, USA Today, 23 July 2025
The implications of this could be quite large; whereas the traditional TAM for Power servers running IBM’s AIX or IBM i operating systems is estimated at $2 billion, adding new markets for hybrid as-a-service, modernization and SAP HANA use cases brings the TAM to $47 billion.
—Patrick Moorhead, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for implication
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Whilst not saying anything outright, the inference from the ‘career is short’ part can be that Isak told Howe what has now become public knowledge.—
Harry De Cosemo,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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These people have not insisted on the same transparency for his many accusations and inference of complicity toward his enemies in the government, the press and the education community.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
18 July 2025
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In the pilot program, the U.S. Department of Education offered Pell grants for short-term training for students who wouldn’t otherwise qualify and compared their outcomes to those without grants.—
Natalie Yahr,
jsonline.com,
19 July 2025
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In contrast, one outcome of the fires that destroyed areas of Los Angeles in January was that deer, mules and mountain lions were seen running panicked along roads or stranded in neighborhoods, pinched into urban spaces by human infrastructure and the advancing fires.—
Joan Meiners,
AZCentral.com,
19 July 2025
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Trump's latest allegations suggest that the cost has now risen to $3.1 billion.—
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CNBC,
25 July 2025
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This categorical rebuke of the allegations, together with the acquittal of all five players, should assist in getting Hart reinstated.—
Eric Macramalla,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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Khanna's Take on California Redistricting Battle Khanna also discussed Newsom's suggestion that California could redraw its congressional districts if Texas chooses to do so.—
Andrew Stanton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 July 2025
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But in recent years, Hernandez said people have had difficulty following her suggestion.—
Jack Rodriquez-Vars
July 19,
Sacbee.com,
19 July 2025
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On the other hand, is a Space Force takeover of taking out potentially dangerous asteroids warranted, and what might be the ramifications of this switch?—
Leonard David,
Space.com,
25 July 2025
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Experts: Barahona understands ramifications The hearing concluded Wednesday with two final expert witnesses offering contrasting opinions on Jorge Barahona’s ability to stand trial.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
23 July 2025
Noun
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No jury tampering found A large portion of Carollo’s plea to the Court of Appeals revolved around his accusation that the jury had been tampered with.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
18 July 2025
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Three of the cases involve accusations that local governments clustered polluting industrial facilities in minority neighborhoods.—
Jesse Coburn,
ProPublica,
18 July 2025
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But the relatively strong performance recently by silver compared with gold could be an indication of increasing central bank activity in the silver market.—
Tim Treadgold,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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If this season is an indication, the showdown between the Panthers and the Blackhawks won’t exactly be a fair fight.—
Kaitlyn Pohly,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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Closures went into effect for select waterways on Sunday, July 12 and, as of July 18, remained in effect until further notice, Linda Veress, a spokesperson for the NPS, told USA TODAY.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
19 July 2025
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The warning is in effect until 7:15 p.m. Actions to take when lightning threat is imminent Lightning strikes the United States about 25 million times a year.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
19 July 2025
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“Implication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/implication. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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