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implies

Pronunciation: [ɪmˈplaɪz]

Word

Context: "relationship"

(verb) to suggest something without saying it directly. It’s like when you make a hint instead of stating the whole idea. If you say you’re tired, it implies that you want to go home.

Example

When she smiled, it implies that she likes the idea.

Example

His silence doesn’t imply that he disagrees with us.

Example

What do you think his comments imply about his feelings?

Context: "reasoning"

(verb) to show that something is likely true or can be taken as true based on the information given. It’s like if you see dark clouds, it implies that it might rain soon.

Example

The new study implies that exercise can improve your mood.

Example

The data does not imply that there’s a connection between the two events.

Example

What does the author imply with this statement?

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