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Here are examples of how imply and infer are typically used in sentences.
- He implied he was going to quit, but I don't believe he'll do it.
- The spokesperson's statements seemed to imply that the senator would resign.
- I implied that I was upset, and she correctly inferred why.
- How do you use imply in a sentence?
- What is implied example?
- What are examples of imply and infer?
- What does it mean if you imply something?
How do you use imply in a sentence?
Your remark implies (to me) that you think I'm wrong. Early reports implied that the judge's death was not an accident. His words implied a threat.
What is implied example?
The definition of implied is something that was hinted at or suggested, but not directly stated. When a person looks at his watch and yawns multiple times as you are talking, this is an example of a situation where boredom is implied.
What are examples of imply and infer?
Infer: to come to a conclusion through reasoning. For example, "Based on the crumbs on his chin, I can infer that the Cookie Monster stole my cookie." Imply: to suggest a truth or idea indirectly. For example, "When I gave the Cookie Monster a napkin and a glass of milk, he asked what I was trying to imply."
What does it mean if you imply something?
Imply means to suggest or to say something in an indirect way. Infer means to suppose or come to a conclusion, especially based on an indirect suggestion.
