hinting

Example Sentences

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“The Other Bennet Sister” represents Bruccoleri’s first major role where she’s leading the action instead of hugging a wall, unvarnished by cosmetics or anachronistic needle drops hinting at some hidden reserve of chic.

From Salon • May 20, 2026

The Reserve Bank of Australia, for example, has already tightened policy, and others are hinting that rate increases may be necessary.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

Salah's career started as something of a slow burner at Basel, with coach Murat Yakin hinting at what he could become after he scored in their 2013 Europa League quarter-final win against Tottenham.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

In the trailer, Chani asks Paul, “If we have a girl, what will we name her?” hinting at a possible reconciliation.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

“And he’s hinting now that if I don’t get all the boxes done by the end of term, we’ll carry on next year.”

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling