1
as in indication
a slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation)
can't you give me some hint as to where you're taking me?
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2
as in glimmer
an almost imperceptible sign of something
there was the slightest hint of scorn in her voice
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3
as in tip
a piece of advice or useful information especially from an expert
some helpful hints for cleaning carpet stains
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4
as in sprinkling
a very small amount
I detect just a hint of mint in the sauce
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as in to indicate
to convey an idea indirectly
kept hinting that she wouldn't mind an invitation to spend the weekend at their beach house
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Recent Examples of hint
Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 12 Aug. 2025
Staffers at the restaurants told the Post the main sanctuary is vacant, a hint that the idea proposed in 2023 to put in a 320-seat, bi-level theater is not panning out.
—Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 11 Aug. 2025
Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Aug. 2025
It has not been confirmed, but Sean Payton hinted that Bo Nix might make an appearance in this game.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Cavallari's back was fully on display and featured the ties of her bikini at the center of her back, while the bikini bottom showed off a hint of cheek.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 12 Aug. 2025
Staffers at the restaurants told the Post the main sanctuary is vacant, a hint that the idea proposed in 2023 to put in a 320-seat, bi-level theater is not panning out.
—Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 11 Aug. 2025
Verb
Taylor has hinted that this will be an upbeat pop-y album, and Persimmon by HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams perfectly encapsulates a fun end-of-summer feeling.
—Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Aug. 2025
It has not been confirmed, but Sean Payton hinted that Bo Nix might make an appearance in this game.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hint
Noun
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There are no indications that the Six Flags plans to interrupt operations at this time.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
8 Aug. 2025
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There are no indications that a change is coming, but if the Yankees miss the postseason, conversations about Boone being fired will get louder.—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
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But the nearest thing to a glimmer of a positive would be that the fast development of COVID-19 vaccines helped prevent many more deaths and led to rapid progress in our understanding and use of mRNA technology.—
Simon Williams,
Time,
15 Aug. 2025
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Starboard’s intentions this time around aren’t clear — the firm didn’t respond to CNBC’s request for comment — but its maneuvering nevertheless represents a glimmer of hope.—
Natasha Abellard,
CNBC,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Joao Pedro continued a spectacularly clinical start to his career at the tip of Maresca’s attack with a goal in each game, and Gittens showcased some sharp skills and explosive speed on the left flank.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
13 Aug. 2025
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Let your teeth part slightly so there’s a tiny gap, and rest the tip of your tongue on the roof of your mouth, just behind your front teeth.—
Ronnie Li,
USA Today,
13 Aug. 2025
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As reported, the brand won’t stage a runway show until March 2026, with the September presentation intended more as a reminder of Gucci’s foundations, to be accompanied by a sprinkling of see now, buy now products in stores.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
5 Aug. 2025
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There’s something about the 1960s cultural aesthetics and hyper-realism to the sci-fi and action sequences that reminds me of the movie The Right Stuff crossed with a heavy dash of Interstellar and an aesthetic sprinkling of the streaming series Fallout.—
Mark Hughes,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
Verb
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Court documents indicated that there were at least four other co-conspirators, including Larry Conner, Roderick Prescott, Suzanne Thompson, and Weldon Wulstein.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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The problem is not the roadway, which has double lines and reflectors and miles of yellow barriers indicating no passing.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.—
Mark Cooper,
New York Times,
14 Aug. 2025
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Although Simmons impressed in his preseason debut a week ago against the Cardinals, for example, some outside the organization pointed out that his pre-snap stance might have provided clues into whether the Chiefs were calling a run or pass play.—
Sam McDowell
August 14,
Kansas City Star,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Arrow down Joe Milton His lack of touch and accuracy on some key throws was the biggest issue in the first preseason game.—
Jon Machota,
New York Times,
18 Aug. 2025
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In her memoir, Melania, the first lady, recounted visiting London when Queen Elizabeth’s reign and how President Trump kept in touch with King Charles.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
18 Aug. 2025
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Obviously, discussing whether a polo shirt can be worn with a tie elicits far less dissension than ethical matters, but in both cases readers are primarily interested in entertainment, not advice.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
18 Aug. 2025
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Knox took that advice about reclaiming her narrative literally.—
Maer Roshan,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Aug. 2025
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“Hint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hint. Accessed 23 Aug. 2025.
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