draw an inference

Idioms and Phrases

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]

Example Sentences

Even without supporting evidence, he claims, it was reasonable for him to “draw an inference and make an argument that the vote count was illegal and contrary to law.”

From Slate

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

From BBC

"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

"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

Some doctors at NYU are also prescribing azithromycin in combination with hydroxychloroquine, although Belmont said the medical literature he has seen is “insufficient to draw an inference that the combination is especially effective.”

From Reuters