Vocabulary

Form

to hint at; to intimate; to suggest; to allude to; to imply

verb vt
freq #900

Example sentences

The prime minister hinted at the possibility of an early election.

I couldn't understand what he was getting at.

My father implied our summer trip was arranged.

Mike said a few words by way of suggestion.

The pilot hinted that it might be a UFO.

The manager implied that a modest man was suitable for the position.

She hinted that she might study abroad.

She hinted that she would like him to leave.