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indicator

noun

ˈin-də-ˌkā-tər

Definition of indicator

as in needle

an arrow-shaped piece on a dial or scale for registering information you should refill when the indicator on the gas gauge shows that there's only a quarter of a tank left

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Recent Examples of indicator Lula can point to low unemployment and easing inflation, but those indicators have not changed perceptions for households struggling with everyday prices. — Alessandra Freitas, CNN Money, 25 Oct. 2026 The institute created the survey as a way to measure quality of life that population growth, income and other traditional economic indicators may miss. — Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2026 Tesla has also shown a thruster pressure gauge reading 5,500 PSI, alongside a boost-readiness indicator. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 23 Oct. 2026 While economic forecasts frequently emphasize risk, underlying demand indicators point to a robust economic engine entering the fourth quarter. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for indicator

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Plus the Netflix binge model means buzzy hits can really move the needle only on subs and advertising revenue for a month or two.

— Josef Adalian, Vulture, 19 Oct. 2026
As our loyal readers know, there are few things online that move the needle as much as nature footage.

— David Hookstead OutKick, FOXNews.com, 19 Oct. 2026

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The Nasdaq 100 has about 70% of its index weight in companies that depend on AI, from semiconductor manufacturers and Big Tech giants to cloud platforms and software providers.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2026
This week, Indonesian equities experienced another round of panic selling, triggered by reports that major index provider MSCI is considering downgrading the country's stock market status.

— , CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026

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