draw an inference

Idioms  

1. Conclude, as in From his wording, we can draw the inference that he disapproves. This idiom is a long-winded way of saying infer. [Late 1600s]

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Example Sentences

But will the judge "draw an inference" that Mr Morgan not giving evidence suggests he was involved?

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2023

"Sanctions could include monetary fines, or even adverse decisions about the case, such as allowing the jury to draw an inference in favor of Dominion as to particular issues."

From Salon • Apr. 13, 2023

"This is a civil case — so the court can draw an inference of liability. This is exactly what the AG was hoping to achieve. The case is now even stronger," he wrote.

From Salon • Aug. 11, 2022

If we may draw an inference from the election posters in Pompeii, such subjects played a small part in a city election under the Empire.

From The Common People of Ancient Rome Studies of Roman Life and Literature by Abbott, Frank Frost

"There," said Monsey, "what becomes of your definition, when you met a man that could not draw an inference and a horse that could?"

From The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 20, No. 574, November 3, 1832 Title by Various