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indicator

[in-di-kay-ter] / ˈɪn dɪˌkeɪ tər /


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Of course, the first idea is likely to gain much more traction than the second, if the public’s shocked reaction to Netflix’s “Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model” is an indicator.

From Salon ● Oct. 1, 2026

The put-call ratio is a sentiment indicator, as it compares the volume of puts traded with the volume of calls.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 25, 2026

“Going into this game, it’s definitely going to be a big indicator on how it’s going to go, how we do on third and fourth down.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 24, 2026

Novo’s Dr. Vilsbøll said the payouts aren’t an indicator of causality.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 19, 2026

In future days, the number of recruits trying to remain conscious against the back wall would be an accurate indicator of the deadly dullness of a given lecture.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover

There are more than 100 items on the table but many deal with technical matters, like approving indicators to track progress on climate adaptation.

From Barron's ● Oct. 6, 2026

What macro indicators will signal the right time to re-enter the market?

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026

Oura’s smart rings, some of which cost up to $499, monitor health indicators including heart rate, body temperature and sleep.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 29, 2026

Furthermore, RBC noticed that labor-market indicators tended to deteriorate during major drawdowns but again, since the global financial crisis, these signals have generally been less susceptible to weakness.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 28, 2026

“Your heart rate is accelerated and you're sweating. Your adrenaline is high. All indicators of stress,” it replied.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton




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