How to Use "Indicate" with Example Sentences

indicate (v): to point out or show

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Used with adverbs:

"He strongly indicated his desire to quit."
(strongly, clearly)

"Sales figures were higher than previously indicated."
(previously)

"High fever usually indicates an infection."
(usually)

Used with verbs:

"His actions seem to indicate that he is nervous."
(seem, appear)

"The lights are used to indicate a train coming."
(be + used, help)

Used with prepositions:

"The report indicates to me that the company is struggling."
(to)