hinted 1 of 2

past tense of hint

hinted

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adjective

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of hinted
Adjective
Earlier this year, Lionsgate CEO Jon Feltheimer hinted that the film could be pushed back again, but promised that the official promotional rollout is currently in the works. Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 3 Sep. 2025 Starlit Prim hinted that her upcoming collection will channel the glamour of Monaco in the ’50s — perfect for her target customer of women who understand and love a timeless vintage occasion look and want to feel modern, but not overtly trendy. Emily Mercer, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025 The organization has also hinted that its depleted staff and funding challenges could soon limit some of its enforcement actions. Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 2 Sep. 2025 Afterwards, star Ryan Reynolds (rumored to appear in Doomsday) hinted that the MCU wasn't done with Tatum's Gambit. Shania Russell, EW.com, 2 Sep. 2025 In a June 11 Instagram post to mark the day, Hosman hinted that an engagement could soon be on the cards. Kirsty Hatcher, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025 Just a week earlier, Fed Chair Jerome Powell hinted that easing rates might soon be appropriate. Benzinga, Freep.com, 30 Aug. 2025 Neeson hinted that whatever was happening between them wasn't being forced. Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 30 Aug. 2025 Fed Chair Jerome Powell delivered remarks at a central banking forum in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, last week that hinted potential rate cuts could be on the horizon. John Towfighi, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hinted
Verb
  • Tom Chittum, a former ATF Associate Deputy Director had predicted the single shot fired at Kirk indicated a bolt action rifle was used.
    Will Carless, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
  • Reviews indicated that this shirt had been available for sale since November 2024 but the description shows it has been remarketed in the wake of Kirk's killing.
    Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • In February 2024, EHang announced a suggested retail price for the EH216-S of $410,000 for international markets.
    Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025
  • If the top of your casserole is melted but not golden brown after the suggested baking time, place the pan under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes to add color.
    Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • But the statement also implied that Newsom is hesitant to provide a loan without baking in greater oversight over how funds are spent.
    Kate Talerico, Mercury News, 10 Sep. 2025
  • Figure 8 compares JPMorgan Chase’s historical NOPAT to the NOPAT implied in each of the above scenarios.
    David Trainer, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025

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