as in indication
a slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation)
did not give the slightest inkling that he was planning to quit
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Recent Examples of inkling
Here's a woman with no formal education, who spent her whole life working various jobs and living in poverty, who had an innate inkling for hybrid texts.
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Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 23 Feb. 2026
The first inkling of the government questioning the DHS account came from the US Department of Justice.
—Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 15 Feb. 2026
Earlier in the week while discussing the field for the 3-point shooting contest at the NBA’s 2026 All-Star festivities in Los Angeles, Kon Knueppel must’ve had an inkling.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 15 Feb. 2026
Even before the photo, members had inklings their search histories were being monitored by the DOJ, which on Monday began allowing lawmakers to review unredacted versions of the files.
—Rebecca Beitsch, The Hill, 12 Feb. 2026
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Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 23 Feb. 2026
The first inkling of the government questioning the DHS account came from the US Department of Justice.
—Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 15 Feb. 2026
Earlier in the week while discussing the field for the 3-point shooting contest at the NBA’s 2026 All-Star festivities in Los Angeles, Kon Knueppel must’ve had an inkling.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 15 Feb. 2026
Even before the photo, members had inklings their search histories were being monitored by the DOJ, which on Monday began allowing lawmakers to review unredacted versions of the files.
—Rebecca Beitsch, The Hill, 12 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inkling
Noun
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However, that review gave no indications that their origins were extraterrestrial.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 Apr. 2026
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There’s little indication that China intends imminent military action.—
Stephanie Yang,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Authorities have described the case as a possible kidnapping or abduction, but clues have been scarce.—
Marlene Lenthang,
NBC news,
6 Apr. 2026
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Overseas, bond investors kept a close eye on developments in the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz for clues into the future path of the global economy.—
Sean Conlon,Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
6 Apr. 2026
Noun
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For an understated look with just a hint of color, baby pink is your perfect shade.—
Emily Kelleher,
InStyle,
7 Apr. 2026
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Becky, who Brewer portrays as a fading cheerleader with an ebullience that turns sinister in a snap, refuses to take the hint after Max tries to drop her after a night on the town.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
7 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Drawing on Mediterranean cues—white stucco, clay tiles, and soft arches—the design remains restrained.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
6 Apr. 2026
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Last July, Charlotte was definitely taking style cues from her mother at the European Women’s Football Championship final, wearing a polka-dot dress reminiscent of not only Middleton’s past looks but also Charlotte’s paternal grandmother, the late Princess Diana.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
6 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Servers are warm and gracious, while bartenders like The Cove’s Mario will learn cocktail preferences in no time and offer suggestions based on mood and palate.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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Have a suggestion for a future story?—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Inkling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inkling. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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