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
More research is needed to determine the behavioral implications of and differences between warnings that people perceive as irrelevant to their immediate geographic area versus those that genuinely don’t apply to them.
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Hamilton Bean, The Conversation, 11 July 2025
Was Partey’s ability as a footballer — and his value as an asset — given greater consideration than the moral and ethical implications of continuing to play him?
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 11 July 2025
Of course, the end of updates and technical support has security implications for the affected devices, too.
—ArsTechnica, 11 July 2025
This study could have major implications for controlling its population.
—Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 11 July 2025
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Hamilton Bean, The Conversation, 11 July 2025
Was Partey’s ability as a footballer — and his value as an asset — given greater consideration than the moral and ethical implications of continuing to play him?
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 11 July 2025
Of course, the end of updates and technical support has security implications for the affected devices, too.
—ArsTechnica, 11 July 2025
This study could have major implications for controlling its population.
—Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 11 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for implication
Recent Examples of Synonyms for implication
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Additionally, companies are asked to disclose total energy consumption for both training and inference, allowing the EU to detect environmental concerns while companies race forward with AI innovation.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
10 July 2025
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That’s a kind of logical reasoning known as transitive inference.—
Olga Lazareva,
The Conversation,
1 July 2025
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Research links religion to positive outcomes after disasters, as engaging in faith helps people make sense of what's just happened.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
8 July 2025
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Research links religion is to positive outcomes after disasters, as engaging in faith helps people make sense of what's just happened.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
8 July 2025
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His last review, which examined misconduct allegations against Russell Brand, only referenced job titles.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
12 July 2025
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Horner denied all allegations, and a few months later, Red Bull cleared him of any wrongdoing after an internal investigation.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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Here are some suggestions for how to incorporate those breaks, starting with the simplest and briefest, to the more complex and significant.—
Jay Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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The confidentiality of Le Salon may suggest something unattainable, but Krings is quick to counter that suggestion.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
7 July 2025
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Though Carter’s conviction is now in the past, the legal ramifications of her case have the ability to affect what constitutes a criminal act going forward.—
Lynsey Eidell,
People.com,
12 July 2025
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And so those are big decisions with big financial ramifications, big roster ramifications.—
Eric Nehm,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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Facing Trump's accusations of unfair trade practices, some countries on his Monday mailing list have few bargaining chips.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
9 July 2025
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Four Gilbert council members, including the mayor, rejected public accusations that the city and its Police Department kept information hidden to protect one of the town attorney's nephews, whose name surfaced when police investigated a nearly fatal arson fire.—
Maritza Dominguez,
AZCentral.com,
8 July 2025
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And if these fits are any indication, the rest of ESSENCE Festival 2025 is shaping up to be just as unforgettable.—
Karissa Mitchell,
Essence,
5 July 2025
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In 2024, Brixen approached one million overnight stays, an indication of its growing international profile.—
Paul Caputo,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2025
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The watch will remain in effect until 7 p.m. with up to 10 inches possible, the National Weather Service said in an alert.—
Hannah Parry
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
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This phenomenon is known as the urban heat island effect, the extent of which is worsening with climate change.—
Time,
Time,
7 July 2025
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“Implication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/implication. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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