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to indicate
01
to use signals or gestures to communicate one's intentions to other drivers on the road
Intransitive
Examples
Before turning left, remember to indicate by activating your left turn signal.
The driver failed to indicate before making a sudden lane change, causing confusion for other drivers.
02
to show, point out, or suggest the existence, presence, or nature of something
Transitive: to indicate sth [adj] | to indicate that [adj]
Examples
The thermometer indicates that the temperature is rising.
Dark clouds indicate an approaching storm.
03
to mention or express something in few words
Transitive: to indicate sth
Examples
She indicated her preference for Italian cuisine when choosing a restaurant for dinner.
He indicated his interest in the job offer during the initial phone interview.
04
to provide proof, show, or be a sign of something, often based on observation or analysis
Examples
The footprints indicate that someone passed this way.
The results indicate a mistake in the calculation.
05
(medical) to advise and authorize a treatment or procedure due to a particular condition or circumstance
Transitive: to indicate sth [adj]
Examples
The doctor indicated surgery to remove the tumor due to its size and location.
The dentist indicated a root canal procedure to address the infection in the patient's tooth.
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