to hint
01
暗示, 提示
to indirectly suggest something
Transitive: to hint at sth | to hint that
例子
The teacher hinted at the upcoming exam by discussing the importance of consistent studying.
老师通过讨论持续学习的重要性暗示了即将到来的考试。
She subtly hinted that she preferred a certain restaurant for dinner by mentioning its delicious desserts.
她通过提到其美味的甜点，微妙地暗示她更喜欢某家餐厅吃晚餐。
Hint
01
a small but appreciable amount of something
例子
Add a hint of cinnamon to the batter.
There was a hint of lemon in the sauce.
02
暗示, 提示
a slight suggestion or piece of advice that shows how a problem is solved
例子
She gave him a subtle hint about where to find the missing key, hoping he would pick up on it.
她给了他一个关于在哪里找到丢失钥匙的微妙提示，希望他能领会。
The crossword puzzle included helpful hints to assist solvers in completing the challenging grid.
填字游戏包含有用的提示，以帮助解谜者完成具有挑战性的网格。
03
a sign or clue of a possible opportunity
例子
The market shows hints of recovery.
The project gives hints of future expansion.
04
a barely detectable or minimal amount of something
例子
There was a hint of hesitation in his voice.
I sensed a hint of doubt in her reply.
