intimation
the act of intimating, or making known indirectly.
a hint; suggestion: The death of his father was his first intimation of mortality.
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How to use intimation in a sentence
It is impossible to believe that thus far it is anything but a sketch and intimation of what it will presently be.
The Salvaging Of Civilisation | H. G. (Herbert George) WellsA test examination would follow of a perfunctory character, and an intimation of your appointment would be the sequel.
The reality of the pre-intimation of these shows their importance, and points out that preparation ought to be made for them.
The Ordinance of Covenanting | John CunninghamHe had been very wild and violent, and the intimation that he was hopelessly intoxicated was not very carefully concealed.
The Weight of the Crown | Fred M. WhiteThis was the first intimation to Lucy Warrender's friends in London of her sudden death.
The Pit Town Coronet, Volume III (of 3) | Charles James Wills
British Dictionary definitions for intimation
/ (ˌɪntɪˈmeɪʃən) /
a hint or suggestion
rare an announcement or notice
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