An indication of foul play.
Indications of strain.
Word: "indication"
the same meaning

Keep open the possibility of a merger.
Keep my seat, please.
Word: "keep"
the same meaning

He's just been released from Shadwell nick prison after doing ten years for attempted murder.
He's in the nick.
Word: "nick"
the same meaning

To make like a deer caught in the headlights.
He made as if to punch him, but they both laughed and shook hands.
Word: "make"
the same meaning