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The phrase "a negative signal" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts where you want to indicate an unfavorable or adverse indication or message, often in discussions about communication, feedback, or data analysis.
Example: "The recent drop in sales is a negative signal that we need to address immediately."
Alternatives: "an unfavorable indication" or "a detrimental sign".
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John and I felt he was giving us a negative signal.
Durkan said the closer relations with Sudan sent a negative signal to other nations.
"But he has the other factor of the business community, which would view closing the plant as a negative signal.
Mr. Mahaney, the RBC analyst, said the use of so much stock-based compensation was a negative signal.
In both of these aspects, prestigious degrees are seen as a warning sign if not a negative signal.
Higher Insight penetration rates gave a negative signal about hybrid quality and inhibited rather than promoted hybrid adoption.
The assay was able to yield a negative signal despite only a single-base change.
"It's very clearly sending a negative signal to investors, not just in Spain but elsewhere.
"They also send a negative signal to the international community about the investment climate".
MSN Money's year-old system, StockScouter, factors in insider trading activity; stock sales by executives are viewed as a negative signal.
If using a complex valuation for options becomes a negative signal, well-established public companies may switch to restricted stock grants or other forms of compensation.
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