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as in unspoken
understood although not put into words
the implicit agreement among members of the outing club is that everyone pays his or her own way on all trips
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as in confident
having or showing a mind free from doubt
members of the expedition must have implicit trust in their leaders
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as in potential
existing only as a possibility and not in fact
there's a risk implicit in any overseas operation undertaken by the military
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Recent Examples of implicit
But also implicit in this genre of social media content, some critics and observers say, are more insidious messages — ones that distort our perceptions of masculinity.
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Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2025
This executive order made manifest the implicit message of the first two: that Trump intends to deter large law firms from pursuing the pro-bono cases against Administration policies that plagued him during his first term and that threaten to do so in his second.
—Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 27 Mar. 2025
In addition to the anti-utility bias, the gas companies contend is implicit in the op-ed and related text message exchange, the companies are arguing in court that the rate decisions should be invalidated because of procedural errors by PURA over the year-long inquiry that ended in the rate cuts.
—Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 26 Mar. 2025
As more and more of these videos appeared, a backlash built from users concerned about an implicit body-shaming message.
—Issy Ronald, CNN, 24 Mar. 2025
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Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2025
This executive order made manifest the implicit message of the first two: that Trump intends to deter large law firms from pursuing the pro-bono cases against Administration policies that plagued him during his first term and that threaten to do so in his second.
—Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 27 Mar. 2025
In addition to the anti-utility bias, the gas companies contend is implicit in the op-ed and related text message exchange, the companies are arguing in court that the rate decisions should be invalidated because of procedural errors by PURA over the year-long inquiry that ended in the rate cuts.
—Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 26 Mar. 2025
As more and more of these videos appeared, a backlash built from users concerned about an implicit body-shaming message.
—Issy Ronald, CNN, 24 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for implicit
Adjective
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Still, there is a general unspoken etiquette around what a guest should not wear to a wedding.—
Emily Chan,
Vogue,
10 Apr. 2025
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As one steps into the brightest room, colors permeate the eyes, serving as an unspoken indicator of where Addy might be headed.—
Kerane Marcellus,
Essence,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Good teams feel confident regardless of the day’s starting pitcher.—
Grant Brisbee,
New York Times,
3 Apr. 2025
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Jean looked confident and composed in dispatching the much more experienced Berkhamov.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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During part two of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills season 14 reunion special, the reality star, 56, defended her decision to keep quiet about her relationship with Morgan Wade, after their friendship fueled rumors of a potential romance.—
Esther Kang,
People.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Legendary Entertainment, the film's production company, declined to comment on Pattinson's potential casting, and representatives for the actor didn't immediately respond to requests for comment.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The report recommends a hard perimeter setup that would only allow emergency vehicles, deliveries and hotel drop-offs at certain times.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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However, TVLine may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.—
Claire Franken,
TVLine,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Fans began speculating about a possible Thug album dropping later that night.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
10 Apr. 2025
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The six-year initiative, ending in November 2025, aims to shed light on the possible timeframes during which Mars might have been warm and wet, covered in glaciers, and maybe even suitable for life.—
Jonathan O’Callaghan,
JSTOR Daily,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The change is a tacit acknowledgment of the growing tensions between the association — which represents White House correspondents from dozens of news outlets — and President Donald Trump.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
29 Mar. 2025
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Was the public informed of this tacit understanding during the budget discussions?—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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While the tariffs seem sure to depress the economy indefinitely, economic activity could see a soft patch rather than a significant contraction aided by quick Federal Reserve rate cuts.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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There is a fear that this settlement will ultimately lead to a dramatic reduction in spots available, although no one knows for sure.—
Mac Engel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Apr. 2025
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The Bombers saw positive offensive performances across the board in their victory.—
James O'Connell,
New York Daily News,
4 Apr. 2025
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Abbott said no unopened Abbott formula has ever tested positive for Cronobacter.—
Heather Vogell,
ProPublica,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Implicit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/implicit. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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