How to Use "Indication" with Example Sentences

indication (n): something that points out or shows what is happening or how someone is feeling

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Used with adjectives:

"He gave a strong indication that he would be resigning."
(strong, firm, good)

"There is no definite indication of what happened."
(definite, clear, certain, sure)

"She gave sufficient indications of her intentions."
(sufficient, ample)

"They found no visible indications of abuse."
(visible, outward)

"Early indications show that the plane had mechanical failure."
(early, initial, preliminary)

Used with verbs:

"He gave a strong indication that he will quit."
(gave)

"His face is an indication of how he did on the test."
(be: is/am/are, serves as)

"They had no indication of who was responsible for the accident."
(had)

"She found no indication of animal abuse on the farm."
(found, saw)

"Indications show that his plan will fail."
(show, suggest)

Used with prepositions:

"He gave us no indication as to what he will do."
(as to)