hinting

Example Sentences

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“The Other Bennet Sister” represents Bruccoleri’s first major role where she’s leading the action instead of hugging a wall, unvarnished by cosmetics or anachronistic needle drops hinting at some hidden reserve of chic.

From Salon • May 20, 2026

“The next move is with the Comstock Act, which Justices Alito and Thomas have already been hinting at,” Goodwin said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

Shale companies are cautiously dialing up output and hinting at a prolonged period of high oil prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

Williamson said that the price component of the surveys indicated inflation rising back to around four percent "hinting at a growing risk of the US moving into an environment of stagflation."

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

By focusing solely on Yakov’s death yet hinting at the disappearances of other boys, he had left the article open-ended like a penny dreadful.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros