1
as in indication
a slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation)
can't you give me some hint as to where you're taking me?
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2
as in glimmer
an almost imperceptible sign of something
there was the slightest hint of scorn in her voice
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3
as in tip
a piece of advice or useful information especially from an expert
some helpful hints for cleaning carpet stains
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4
as in sprinkling
a very small amount
I detect just a hint of mint in the sauce
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as in to indicate
to convey an idea indirectly
kept hinting that she wouldn't mind an invitation to spend the weekend at their beach house
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Recent Examples of hint
Austin Meek, New York Times, 7 July 2025
Performed on an open-air stage in Oak Park’s Austin Gardens, this production evokes the play’s Mediterranean setting with a hint of Southwestern Americana.
—Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 6 July 2025
Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 1 July 2025
The rapper, who already shares two sons — 3-year-old RZA and 22 month old Riot Rose — with the Grammy winning singer, appeared to hint that the couple is expecting their first baby girl.
—Vivian Kwarm, New York Daily News, 30 June 2025
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Noun
The 2022 season was the first hint of the rivalry’s shifting dynamics.
—Austin Meek, New York Times, 7 July 2025
Performed on an open-air stage in Oak Park’s Austin Gardens, this production evokes the play’s Mediterranean setting with a hint of Southwestern Americana.
—Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 6 July 2025
Verb
The final season sees Player 456/Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae) make a final attempt to bring down the deadly game from within — while also hinting in its last scene that the games are global in scope.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 1 July 2025
The rapper, who already shares two sons — 3-year-old RZA and 22 month old Riot Rose — with the Grammy winning singer, appeared to hint that the couple is expecting their first baby girl.
—Vivian Kwarm, New York Daily News, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hint
Noun
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And if these fits are any indication, the rest of ESSENCE Festival 2025 is shaping up to be just as unforgettable.—
Karissa Mitchell,
Essence,
5 July 2025
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In 2024, Brixen approached one million overnight stays, an indication of its growing international profile.—
Paul Caputo,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2025
Noun
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Princess Anne topped the surprise style with the diamond Festoon Tiara, adding some glimmer with the sparkler she's owned since 1973.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
10 July 2025
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Ramos has been a glimmer of hope offensively, although his defense has room for improvement.—
Jerry McDonald,
Mercury News,
4 July 2025
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My tip is to go beyond internet research—personally connect with potential clients to understand their mission-critical needs.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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In the meantime, experts are studying the southernmost tip of the San Andreas fault, which hasn’t had an earthquake of 7 or larger since sometime between 1721 and 1731.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 July 2025
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On the side, there’s a salad of carrots, onions and peppers, a perfect scoop of white rice and a sprinkling of herbs.—
Kaitlyn Rosati,
New York Daily News,
2 July 2025
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Nonetheless, his asking out Brooks’s sister Chloe is the perfect sprinkling of drama to kick this show off.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
4 June 2025
Verb
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Look for the first hints of color change to indicate a tomato is ready to harvest.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
5 July 2025
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All signs indicate that the theme of this summer is staying in, and the wine bar trend taking over TikTok right now confirms it.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 July 2025
Noun
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The voice conveys subtle but powerful clues into feelings and meanings.—
Carol Kinsey Goman,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Former Steelers defensive back Patrick Peterson’s usage could provide some clues.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
Noun
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Automating the personal touch in social commerce However, while social commerce makes selling more interactive, scale still requires tech support.—
Catherine Erdly,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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The result: a smooth, green sauce that’s beaming with fragrant summer flavor. Stash a batch in your fridge to instantly jazz up anything the pesto touches.—
Jesse Szewczyk,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
13 July 2025
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For more plant advice, contact the Plant Information Service at the Chicago Botanic Garden at [email protected].—
Tim Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
13 July 2025
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Tune in for short episodes every Wednesday and Saturday as Grumpy answers reader questions, solves seasonal conundrums, and provides need-to-know advice for gardeners with his very Grumpy sense of humor.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
12 July 2025
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“Hint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hint. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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