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inference

noun

ˈin-f(ə-)rən(t)s

Definition of inference

as in deduction

an opinion arrived at through a process of reasoning that seems like a reasonable inference, but in this case it happens to be incorrect

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Recent Examples of inference The lightweight Gemma4-26B-A4B model required just 15 boxes, each equipped with only 4GB of memory, to achieve inference. — Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 14 Oct. 2026 His new project, Flop, aims to create a spot market for computing power, where participants are rewarded with Flop tokens for providing GPUs and performing AI inference. — Jenny Lee, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2026 The assumed inference is that travelers rely on Google for their travel needs and that informative brochures and knowledgeable attendants are a quaint idea that has outlived its usefulness. — Frank Hosek, Chicago Tribune, 2 Oct. 2026 The inference was that Jamie had planted a disparaging story about his older brother to hasten his exit. — Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inference

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Donors can avoid capital gains tax on the appreciation and claim an income tax deduction by donating private shares.

— Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 15 Oct. 2026
Investors tend to be OK with only a percentage of investment returned in the form of a tax credit and deductions and losses claimed on tax returns.

— Kim Jackson, IndieWire, 15 Oct. 2026

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