1
as in clues
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 glimmers
an almost imperceptible sign of something
there was the slightest hint of scorn in her voice
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3
as in tips
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 sprinklings
a very small amount
I detect just a hint of mint in the sauce
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as in indicates
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 hints
Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Oct. 2025
OpenAI’s actions also provide hints.
—IEEE Spectrum, 1 Oct. 2025
This is the first time the composition of a moon-forming disk has been measured, although there have previously been hints of interesting carbon chemistry in the disk.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 30 Sep. 2025
One Pasteurella-like microbe carried genetic hints of virulence and has ties to deadly outbreaks in modern African elephants.
—Pranjal Malewar, New Atlas, 30 Sep. 2025
Swift first announced the project via an appearance on the football player’s New Heights podcast with brother Jason Kelce, and Travis has kept fans wanting more with hints about the album’s sound.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 30 Sep. 2025
The simplicity of a gold backdrop with subtle hints of black is impressive.
—Ajay Rose, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
Jenner completed the lacy look with a brown furry semi-sheer lace jacket with hints of green and red and pointed white Valentino Garavani heels with a rosette at the ankle.
—Starr Bowenbank, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025
The black-and-white patterns mixed with hints of orange also match other designs in the collection, like the Happy Jack pumpkins and illuminated ghost figurines that can create a holiday scene in any room.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2025
Helen Shaw, New Yorker, 2 Oct. 2025
That also hints to the possibility that the Palestinian Authority’s police – which has long been accused by Palestinians of working in concert with the Israelis to provide security in the West Bank – could take up this role.
—Asher Kaufman, The Conversation, 30 Sep. 2025
The level of churn in training-ground staff hints that the reality of working for Klopp was hard.
—Simon Hughes, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
This hints that our closest ancestor may have emerged 400,000 years earlier than previously thought.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 27 Sep. 2025
Trump hints Rupert and Lachlan may be in the mix.
—Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 22 Sep. 2025
And the store’s website hints that the musician and the Sunday night audience might even create something new together.
—Christina Mayo, Miami Herald, 18 Sep. 2025
The vision extends globally — Breakstone hints on plans for an app, expanded international shipping, and potential retail partnerships.
—Angela Lei, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
George, who leaves the morning after the ball, hints that this may have driven an irreversible wedge between him and his wife.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 10 Aug. 2025
Noun
Unlike traditional candles that require an open flame, these lamps gently melt your favorite wax from the top down, filling your space with hints of Honeycrisp apple and vanilla pumpkin safely and efficiently.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Oct. 2025
OpenAI’s actions also provide hints.
—IEEE Spectrum, 1 Oct. 2025
This is the first time the composition of a moon-forming disk has been measured, although there have previously been hints of interesting carbon chemistry in the disk.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 30 Sep. 2025
One Pasteurella-like microbe carried genetic hints of virulence and has ties to deadly outbreaks in modern African elephants.
—Pranjal Malewar, New Atlas, 30 Sep. 2025
Swift first announced the project via an appearance on the football player’s New Heights podcast with brother Jason Kelce, and Travis has kept fans wanting more with hints about the album’s sound.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 30 Sep. 2025
The simplicity of a gold backdrop with subtle hints of black is impressive.
—Ajay Rose, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
Jenner completed the lacy look with a brown furry semi-sheer lace jacket with hints of green and red and pointed white Valentino Garavani heels with a rosette at the ankle.
—Starr Bowenbank, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025
The black-and-white patterns mixed with hints of orange also match other designs in the collection, like the Happy Jack pumpkins and illuminated ghost figurines that can create a holiday scene in any room.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2025
Verb
Vladimir hints that the pair’s aww camaraderie may not survive another iteration of their Groundhog Day.
—Helen Shaw, New Yorker, 2 Oct. 2025
That also hints to the possibility that the Palestinian Authority’s police – which has long been accused by Palestinians of working in concert with the Israelis to provide security in the West Bank – could take up this role.
—Asher Kaufman, The Conversation, 30 Sep. 2025
The level of churn in training-ground staff hints that the reality of working for Klopp was hard.
—Simon Hughes, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
This hints that our closest ancestor may have emerged 400,000 years earlier than previously thought.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 27 Sep. 2025
Trump hints Rupert and Lachlan may be in the mix.
—Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 22 Sep. 2025
And the store’s website hints that the musician and the Sunday night audience might even create something new together.
—Christina Mayo, Miami Herald, 18 Sep. 2025
The vision extends globally — Breakstone hints on plans for an app, expanded international shipping, and potential retail partnerships.
—Angela Lei, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
George, who leaves the morning after the ball, hints that this may have driven an irreversible wedge between him and his wife.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 10 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hints
Noun
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Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.—
Mark Cooper,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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The clues have been there from the start, the little touches that aligned Grasso’s bifurcated personality with Tom and Robbie’s.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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During a season when even the most successful night of the year is marred by a devastating injury to the team’s best player, there are still glimmers of hope for the Dolphins.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
30 Sep. 2025
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Baker wisely doesn’t attempt to write entirely in Austen’s wry style, but glimmers do peek through.—
Barbara Ellis,
Denver Post,
21 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Here are 7 foods that deliver more vitamin K than kale, plus tips for how to include them in your diet.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
6 Oct. 2025
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Originally launched as Write-minded in 2018, this is a weekly writing podcast that focuses on memoir and personal writing, as well as industry trends and tips and resources for writers and authors.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Oct. 2025
Verb
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But amping up efforts can lead to a whopping 25 percent increase in social capital, our prior study indicates.—
Sarah Maokosy,
Fortune,
4 Oct. 2025
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As the missing final months in the timeline of An Unfinished Film indicates, the people's reluctance to talk about the pandemic cannot be attributed only to censorship.—
Yangyang Cheng,
NPR,
4 Oct. 2025
Noun
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As great as 2024 was for Tate McRae, 2025 seems by all indications to be an even bigger year for the still-rising pop star.—
Katie Atkinson,
Billboard,
7 Oct. 2025
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Qualified respondents will receive detailed specifications, photos, and logistical information after receipt of their indications of interest.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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With 300 locations or so now, Dave’s Hot Chicken still includes local touches with custom, graffiti-style art at each shop.—
Amanda Hancock,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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Brashard Smith is also earning more touches in Kansas City, as many rookie backs have fantasy arrows pointing up.—
Dalton Del Don,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Department of Neighborhood Services condemnation team can help affected residents navigate the process and give advice on finding contractors.—
Tamia Fowlkes,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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And so that was a really good piece of advice that was given to me.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The cooler is built to handle sun, sand, and splashes with a UV-resistant exterior and crushproof interior walls.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Oct. 2025
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From a bleak job hunt upon her arrival in 2016 to undergoing treatment for her second bout with breast cancer during the uncertainty and fear of COVID, Davis recalls her journey through raw vulnerability and splashes of humor.—
Essence,
Essence,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Hints.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hints. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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