as in reflective
indicating something
a wide-eyed look that is indicative of his constant curiosity
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Recent Examples of indicative
Other monikers for July’s full moon from Indigenous tribes are indicative of the summer season.
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Gina Park, CNN Money, 9 July 2025
China’s actions in these crises are indicative of its true role in global affairs.
—Michael Schuman, The Atlantic, 6 July 2025
With this in mind, high school students should be keenly aware that a particular teacher’s AI policies should not be viewed as indicative of all teachers’ attitudes or policies.
—Christopher Rim, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025
Charter head: 'City Hall simply isn't listening' Steve Goodin, convener of the Cincinnati Charter Committee, sees the large field as indicative as people wanting change.
—Sharon Coolidge, The Enquirer, 3 July 2025
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Gina Park, CNN Money, 9 July 2025
China’s actions in these crises are indicative of its true role in global affairs.
—Michael Schuman, The Atlantic, 6 July 2025
With this in mind, high school students should be keenly aware that a particular teacher’s AI policies should not be viewed as indicative of all teachers’ attitudes or policies.
—Christopher Rim, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025
Charter head: 'City Hall simply isn't listening' Steve Goodin, convener of the Cincinnati Charter Committee, sees the large field as indicative as people wanting change.
—Sharon Coolidge, The Enquirer, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indicative
Adjective
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Yet much of the field focuses on people who are emotionally open and reflective – neglecting executives, who are often socialized to view themselves as purely rational decision-makers.—
Prince Sarpong,
The Conversation,
17 July 2025
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The smaller Kepler Crater will also be visible Both Copernicus and the smaller Kepler Crater to its left are surrounded by bright streaks of reflective material that were thrown out in the violent aftermath of their creation.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
17 July 2025
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One unnamed feature on the intro sticks out though, complementing Tyler’s characteristic moxie with seasoned, head-of-state bravado.—
Olivier Lafontant,
Pitchfork,
21 July 2025
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As is characteristic of SummerFest, there will be some unexpected collaborations and surprises, including a dance-and-violin performance and a concert featuring an onstage chef.—
Beth Wood,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 July 2025
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“Indicative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indicative. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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