- present participle of hint.
hinting
Example Sentences
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Chancellor of the Exchequer John Healey isn’t hinting at any major cuts to the fast-growing welfare state.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
Ika's analysis found one account reposted nine such claims within just over a tenth of a second -- hinting at possible coordination.
From Barron's ● Sep. 3, 2026
The persona pivot comes just in time for a 10th studio album, which the star seems to be hinting at.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 1, 2026
The central bank also released a constant stream of forward guidance hinting at low rates in the future to deter markets from bidding up yields.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 20, 2026
Elizabeth’s eyes open wide, and her mouth stretches into an O as she figures out what I’m hinting at.
From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan
