allude
verb (used without object)
to refer casually or indirectly; make an allusion (usually followed byto ).
had alluded
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past perfectof allude.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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He had alluded to threats to his life when speaking in Ankara, Turkey.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
The 40-year-old had alluded to frustration behind the scenes in the build-up to the match as the United boss refused to clarify his recent comments about the club's transfer plans.
From Barron's ● Jan. 5, 2026
Although it’s unclear whether Thompson was offered money, multiple teammates told the AP that he had alluded to such incentives, telling one friend that the trip could be a “big financial opportunity.”
From Seattle Times ● May 24, 2024
The 32-year-old dubbed the new songs the “3am tracks” and had alluded to the surprise drop earlier as a “special very chaotic surprise.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 21, 2022
Yet during the morning, Lawrence had alluded approvingly to the possibility of a nonmilitary demonstration.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
