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Inference

usgb/ˈɪnfərəns/Volume
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Beyond Direct

Understanding 'inference' means seeing beyond what's explicitly stated to gain information.

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His hesitation infers he's unsure, even though he didn't say it.
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Context Clues

'Inference' involves using context clues within a conversation or text to conclude.

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The dark clouds inferred a possible storm.
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Careful Guess

An inference is like a careful guess supported by what you know or observe.

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She smiled at the mention of skiing, inferring she enjoyed the sport.
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