Imply vs. Infer
Imply
Definition
Imply means to suggest or express something indirectly rather than stating it outright.
Infer
Definition
Infer means to deduce or conclude information from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.
Example
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Her tone of voice implied that she was unhappy with the decision.
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The article implied that the company was facing financial difficulties.
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He didn't say it directly, but his comments implied that he wanted to leave the meeting early.
Example
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From the data presented, we can infer that sales will increase next quarter.
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She inferred from his expression that he was not interested in the offer.
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Based on the weather report, we can infer that it might rain later today.
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