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[ verb ] be a signal for or a symptom of

Examples

"These symptoms indicate a serious illness" "Her behavior points to a severe neurosis" "The economic indicators signal that the euro is undervalued"

Used in print

(The Providence Journal...)

His red face , his coarse gestures , and his lustful stares bespeak his sensuality .

2
[ verb ] express the need or desire for; ask for

Examples

"She requested an extra bed in her room" "She called for room service"

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