general indication
Frequency: 6.57.5 per million words
a sign that gives a main idea, not details
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Examples (10)
- The preliminary results provided a general indication of the market trend.
- We received a general indication that the project would be approved.
- His brief remarks offered a general indication of his intentions.
- The survey data gave a general indication of public sentiment.
- Could you give me a general indication of the work required?
- The early symptoms were a general indication of a mild illness.
- This chart provides a general indication of global temperature changes.
- They were looking for a general indication of interest before committing resources.
- A general indication of the election results is expected by midnight.
- The manager asked for a general indication of completion time.