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
Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2025
Swifties also took note of a few extremely subtle hints Swift made during her appearance on Travis and Jason Kelce’s New Heights podcast, indicating a Super Bowl performance could be in her future.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2025
Series co-creator Miles Millar isn't offering many hints about where the Ophelia plot will take us in Season 2.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
With a shortlist of the most compelling targets, future missions could even dispatch probes to the nearest candidates, eventually returning images of a rocky surface and, perhaps, hints of a living world.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2025
The finish is long, slightly sweet and spicy, with lingering notes of milk chocolate, espresso, dill, black pepper, and cinnamon, and hints of cold smoke and char.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Barry offering hints of Creed, etc.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025
Sherlock fanatics may recall that Cumberbatch’s interpretation of Baker Street’s greatest sleuth was blessed with hints of wicked humor sublimated under those manic, elementary deductions.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 27 Aug. 2025
Yet data gathered by Dawn revealed hints of a more dynamic, complex past.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
The post hints that Lucky Cat Miami will return at some point, although a couple of restaurants have made the same promise only to close permanently.
—Miami Herald, 11 Aug. 2025
This age, in turn, hints that our galaxy's monster black hole may experience violent, sporadic outbursts whenever large amounts of material fall into it, with the last one occurring more recently than previously thought.
—Brandon Specktor, Space.com, 10 Aug. 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
The wider royal family has gathered at Balmoral Castle in the Scottish Highlands in the late summer for generations, and the castle's website hints that the tradition is continuing today!
—Janine Henni, People.com, 8 Aug. 2025
In a note overnight, Goldman Sachs suggested that further hints about the next chairman could come in the form of a replacement for Fed Governor Adriana Kugler, who resigned last week.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 6 Aug. 2025
Noun
The video was picked apart by people looking for some hints as to the shooter’s motivation or politics.
—Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2025
Swifties also took note of a few extremely subtle hints Swift made during her appearance on Travis and Jason Kelce’s New Heights podcast, indicating a Super Bowl performance could be in her future.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2025
Series co-creator Miles Millar isn't offering many hints about where the Ophelia plot will take us in Season 2.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
With a shortlist of the most compelling targets, future missions could even dispatch probes to the nearest candidates, eventually returning images of a rocky surface and, perhaps, hints of a living world.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2025
The finish is long, slightly sweet and spicy, with lingering notes of milk chocolate, espresso, dill, black pepper, and cinnamon, and hints of cold smoke and char.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Barry offering hints of Creed, etc.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025
Sherlock fanatics may recall that Cumberbatch’s interpretation of Baker Street’s greatest sleuth was blessed with hints of wicked humor sublimated under those manic, elementary deductions.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 27 Aug. 2025
Yet data gathered by Dawn revealed hints of a more dynamic, complex past.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Verb
But, surprisingly, 2022 research published in Sleep Science hints that none of these explanations truly cover it.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
The post hints that Lucky Cat Miami will return at some point, although a couple of restaurants have made the same promise only to close permanently.
—Miami Herald, 11 Aug. 2025
This age, in turn, hints that our galaxy's monster black hole may experience violent, sporadic outbursts whenever large amounts of material fall into it, with the last one occurring more recently than previously thought.
—Brandon Specktor, Space.com, 10 Aug. 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
The wider royal family has gathered at Balmoral Castle in the Scottish Highlands in the late summer for generations, and the castle's website hints that the tradition is continuing today!
—Janine Henni, People.com, 8 Aug. 2025
In a note overnight, Goldman Sachs suggested that further hints about the next chairman could come in the form of a replacement for Fed Governor Adriana Kugler, who resigned last week.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 6 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hints
Noun
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Those figures should tell us, or at least offer clues, as to how the summer’s transfer business was paid for, and whether more spending will be possible come January.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Use these clues to narrow down your guesses.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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There were glimmers of the magnificent past at the 2024 French Open against Iga Swiatek when Osaka won the second set 6-1 and was within a point of going 5-1 up in the decider.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Servillo is such a sly actor, and the director showcases his deadpan performance with such slow-build curiosity, that the film is always cueing us to read his mind, to see the glimmers of thought and soul behind the façade.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
27 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Get practical tips for practical tips on using AI to uncover, express, and expand your personal brand in this Maven Lightning Lesson video.—
William Arruda,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Continue reading … BETTER BREAKFAST – Try these smart tips for healthier eating first thing in the morning.—
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FOXNews.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Fire containment Understanding what 14% containment means Containment indicates what percentage of the fire perimeter has been surrounded by a control line.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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As the report indicates, both State and non-State actors were responsible for violations in over 20 countries, with the highest numbers recorded in the Central African Republic (CAR), the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Haiti, Somalia and South Sudan.—
Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab,
Forbes.com,
30 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Time is read vertically, calendar indications horizontally, giving the dial a legible and recognizable face.—
Thor Svaboe,
Robb Report,
9 Sep. 2025
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The Globe’s decision to stand by McCarthy is the latest in a series of indications that newsroom culture is shifting radically to match this backlash moment.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Mix it all up — tailored sober jackets with shimmery eveningwear fabrics; menswear silhouettes with classically feminine touches and treatments all blended together; retro and futurism.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
4 Sep. 2025
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White oak flooring, cabinetry, and beams are paired with soft blues, neutrals, and touches of pink, including on the front door.—
Lennie Omalza,
Louisville Courier Journal,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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While the most obvious advice is to not drive through deep floods, people want to get to their destinations and often go right into the asphalt swamp.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
9 Sep. 2025
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Individuals with troublesome tax histories should seek advice on potential exposure and consider remedial steps.—
Virginia La Torre Jeker,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Amiron Zero are designed to be resistant to dust and splashes thanks to the IP54 rating.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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These processes created microscopic craters and splashes of molten rock on the asteroid's surface, according to the paper.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Hints.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hints. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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