Indicator and Pattern

Indicator

Indicator noun - An arrow-shaped piece on a dial or scale for registering information.

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Pattern and indicator are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Pattern" instead a noun "Indicator".

Pattern noun - A unit of decoration that is repeated all over something (as a fabric).

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Indicator and pattern are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Indicator" instead a noun "Pattern".

clear	clear indicator	clear pattern
usual	usual indicator	usual pattern
common	common indicator	common pattern
specific	specific indicator	specific pattern
Other adjectives: obvious, simple, great, easy, magic, unique, general, final, discernible, different.

The other fault is when the reader hits some form of trigger, a trope or other pattern of behavior that he or she personally finds is an indicator of a Mary Sue.

Source: So You Want To / Avoid Writing A Mary Sue

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