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Intimation
01
a subtle suggestion or hint about something
Examples
The politician 's speech contained subtle intimations about potential policy changes in the near future.
The writer 's use of vivid imagery was an intimation of the emotions underlying the story.
02
the indirect conveying of what one thinks or wants to say
Examples
Her intimation of dissatisfaction was clear, even though she never said it directly.
The letter contained an intimation that the company might be planning layoffs.
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