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intimation

[in-tuh-mey-shuhn] / ˌɪn təˈmeɪ ʃən /


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Discovery sources apparently leaked a casual intimation this week that Paramount was ready to increase its $30-a-share offer by at least a buck.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 17, 2026

That offered the first intimation of the defense strategy: presenting as commonplace actions that the prosecutors have deemed criminal.

From Seattle Times Apr. 25, 2024

That intimation may transcend cultures, suggested in Williams’ recent surprise cameo in “The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon,” of all places.

From Salon Dec. 4, 2023

The lenders met Go First's management a few weeks ago, but no intimation was given, one of the bankers said.

From Reuters May 2, 2023

This was my first intimation that something had gone seriously wrong.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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