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hinted

  • past participle
    of hint.
    hint
    noun
    an indirect, covert, or helpful suggestion; clue.
  • past tense form
    of hint.
    hint
    noun
    an indirect, covert, or helpful suggestion; clue.

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She even hinted at this in her video.

From Salon ● Aug. 12, 2026

With less commentary from the chairman, investors have taken their signals from other Fed officials, who had hinted that the inflation data would drive the September decision.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he accepts his announcements aimed at tackling the cost of living are not enough on their own and hinted at further support.

From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026

For many fans “The Mad King” illuminates a time in Westeros history that has only been hinted at in the books, and explored in more limited ways onscreen.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026

I sort of hinted about Joe and me to Felice and she laughed before she stared at me and then frowned.

From "Jazz" by Toni Morrison