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
Annie Blackman, Allure, 18 July 2025
Bolstering her penchant for multipurpose beauty products, this features hints of peachy-pinks and shimmery hues similar to those of a highlighter or blush.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 18 July 2025
Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 13 July 2025
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi even hinted that China may cancel part of the upcoming two-day summit between EU and Chinese officials due to the growing and ongoing tensions between both parties.
—Mark Temnycky, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
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Noun
This cheek tint blends seamlessly and even features a hint of sparkle for those who want a bit of extra oomph.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 18 July 2025
Bolstering her penchant for multipurpose beauty products, this features hints of peachy-pinks and shimmery hues similar to those of a highlighter or blush.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 18 July 2025
Verb
However, the post hinted that the location will house a new business.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 13 July 2025
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi even hinted that China may cancel part of the upcoming two-day summit between EU and Chinese officials due to the growing and ongoing tensions between both parties.
—Mark Temnycky, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hint
Noun
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But the relatively strong performance recently by silver compared with gold could be an indication of increasing central bank activity in the silver market.—
Tim Treadgold,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Crudo noted how each shot and framing was a subtle indication of the characters’ emotional states, with specific appreciation for the scene when George Bailey comes home a broken man.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Despite the serious nature of the diagnosis, Ospreay offered a glimmer of hope.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
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In the past year, there was a little glimmer of recovery: Earnings were up about 22% on a 2.7% revenue increase.—
John Dorfman,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Send ideas and tips to [email protected].—
Arlyssa D. Becenti,
AZCentral.com,
21 July 2025
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The public can also submit anonymous tips by calling 1-800-547-2700.—
Devan Patel,
Mercury News,
20 July 2025
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Top it off with one ounce of plain, low-fat Greek yogurt ( about three grams of protein, 21 calories) and a sprinkling of chives.—
Lauren O'Connor,
Health,
11 June 2025
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Forced to reduce their draw from the Raccoon River that summer, the waterworks trustees issued a plea to the people of Des Moines to conserve water and cut back on lawn sprinkling.—
Dave Hage,
Literary Hub,
27 May 2025
Verb
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Curiously, there was no representative from Prince William and Kate Middleton in the talks, and reports indicate the two are approaching the possible reconciliation carefully.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
15 July 2025
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After the tornado dissipated just west of Maryland Route 5, radar indicated that the system evolved into a rear flank downdraft, producing straight-line wind damage in areas east of the highway.—
Todd Karpovich,
Baltimore Sun,
15 July 2025
Noun
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Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.—
Mark Cooper,
New York Times,
21 July 2025
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The Word said with a sigh Crossword Clue Answer is... Answer: ALAS For more on USA TODAY's Crossword Puzzles This crossword clue page was generated automatically using information from puzzles.usatoday.com.—
Sally Hoelscher,
USA Today,
21 July 2025
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In a nice touch, Sandler and company pay homage to some of the now deceased members of the 1996 film including a clever fight scene in a cemetery right above Bob Barker’s grave, as well as to Carl Weathers’ Chubb, Frances Bay’s Grandma and Richard Kiel’s Mr. Larson.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
25 July 2025
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What a relatively small touch — hey, these people know each other — that pays off big time.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
25 July 2025
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The material contained on this site is intended to inform, entertain and educate the reader and in no way represents an inducement to gamble legally or illegally or any sort of professional advice.—
Ray Padilla,
The Courier-Journal,
26 July 2025
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The clouds truly began to part, however, when Antony and Josephine gave Baser some advice that would go on to change the course of her career.—
Sophie Williams,
Billboard,
25 July 2025
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“Hint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hint. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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