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as in suggestions
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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as in ramifications
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 allegations
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 implications
The changing of the guard in Washington has big implications for how stocks, bonds and currencies fare in the new year and may require investors to rejig portfolios.
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Saqib Iqbal Ahmed, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
This has implications for companies calculating their effective tax rates under the GLOBE rules, so a pretty important topic for taxpayers.
—Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Such a move would not only solidify Bitcoin’s status as a global reserve asset but could also reshape the dynamics of international finance, with far-reaching implications for economic and geopolitical power structures.
—Leeor Shimron, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The technical challenges of designing autonomy evaluations, combined with their direct safety implications, make this a high-leverage research area.
—Lukas Petersson, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Key figures in industries such as healthcare, education and business must fully grasp the implications of technology for mental well-being and commit to safeguarding the mental health of the younger population.
—Dr. Ritu Goel, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
For industry analysts, the implications of Google's breakthrough extend far beyond theoretical physics.
—Dan Irvine, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Their final two games—against division rivals Philadelphia and Washington—could have major implications for both the team's immediate future and McCarthy's tenure.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Stay informed about the ethical debates, regulatory changes, and social implications of AI.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
Saqib Iqbal Ahmed, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
This has implications for companies calculating their effective tax rates under the GLOBE rules, so a pretty important topic for taxpayers.
—Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Such a move would not only solidify Bitcoin’s status as a global reserve asset but could also reshape the dynamics of international finance, with far-reaching implications for economic and geopolitical power structures.
—Leeor Shimron, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The technical challenges of designing autonomy evaluations, combined with their direct safety implications, make this a high-leverage research area.
—Lukas Petersson, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Key figures in industries such as healthcare, education and business must fully grasp the implications of technology for mental well-being and commit to safeguarding the mental health of the younger population.
—Dr. Ritu Goel, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
For industry analysts, the implications of Google's breakthrough extend far beyond theoretical physics.
—Dan Irvine, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Their final two games—against division rivals Philadelphia and Washington—could have major implications for both the team's immediate future and McCarthy's tenure.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Stay informed about the ethical debates, regulatory changes, and social implications of AI.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for implications
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Kwong also offers suggestions to listeners interested in starting these conversations with their own family members.Marnie Shure, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
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Over the summer, there was so much talk about interest from Manchester City but both clubs denied those suggestions.Gregg Evans, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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In the meantime, Sturgis says this evidence could have ramifications far beyond Raniere's case, particularly if Congress decides to step in and examine the allegations.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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Game over Aside from the ramifications for social media firms, the new laws also include curbs on gaming for under-18s, designed to prevent addiction.AFP, Fortune Asia, 23 Dec. 2024
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In the wake of Lively’s allegations, many expressed disappointment at the amount of commentators that still supported Baldoni.Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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The move to drop the appeal solidifies the decision by Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer halfway through trial to dismiss the case on allegations that police and prosecutors withheld evidence from the defense.Janelle Ash, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
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And appeasement could lead to accusations from other member states that multilateral institutions are compromising their principles.Allison Carnegie, Foreign Affairs, 24 Dec. 2024
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The accusations that appear in Lively’s complaint feature in a NYTimes investigation and cast the situation in a very different light; on TikTok and other social media platforms, the tide has largely turned against Justin Baldoni.Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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This new version takes its inspiration from Halter’s iconic Antiqua perpetual calendar, displaying all the indications in separate subdials.Sophie Furley, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
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Everyone also should monitor their credit reports regularly for indications of identity theft.Steve Weisman, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Important considerations are the company's sensitivity to the volatility of Bitcoin and the wider consequences of such a large cryptocurrency purchase in the market.Jim Osman, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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That’s because some swaps, like an S to a C corporation, come with a price tag—in addition to the immediate tax consequences, after a termination, a company is not eligible to elect S status for five years.Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Asked about some of the biggest challenges facing the state, Cox pointed to educational outcomes showing Michigan lagging behind other states and reversing the state's population stagnation.Clara Hendrickson, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
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This allows quantum computers to process sizable amounts of data and explore countless potential outcomes at once.Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Their elaborate plan soon hits all kinds of darkly hilarious snags that lead to more serious repercussions.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
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To avoid legal repercussions, the crew constructed a series of fake foam tombstones to strategically block real ones, complete with fictitious names that jokingly nodded to the cast and crew.Jordan Runtagh, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Implications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/implications. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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