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to hint
01
暗示, 暗指
to indirectly suggest something
Transitive: to hint at sth | to hint that
Example
The teacher hinted at the upcoming exam by discussing the importance of consistent studying.
She subtly hinted that she preferred a certain restaurant for dinner by mentioning its delicious desserts.
The author skillfully hinted at the plot twist throughout the novel, keeping readers engaged until the surprising conclusion.
Hint
01
少量, 一丝
a slight but appreciable amount
02
暗示, 提示
a slight suggestion or piece of advice that shows how a problem is solved
Example
She gave him a subtle hint about where to find the missing key, hoping he would pick up on it.
The crossword puzzle included helpful hints to assist solvers in completing the challenging grid.
He dropped a hint about his favorite restaurant, hoping his friends would suggest it for dinner.
03
暗示, 提示
an indirect suggestion that shows how someone feels or thinks about something
04
暗示, 提示
an indication of potential opportunity
05
暗示, 微量
a just detectable amount
