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Example Sentences

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We had no inkling at the time what the public response would be - but it was soon clear that something astonishing was happening.

From BBC

The first inklings that exercise remodels brains and minds came decades ago in mouse studies.

From Washington Post

I suspect Reddick may have had an inkling of how bad it was, and if that's the case, that only makes his performance shine brighter because he chewed moist crumb of his role.

From Salon

I have an inkling that I’m seen as prioritizing a dog over a person by not “fixing” this situation.

From Washington Post

“Never got an inkling of that. He really admires — kind of adores — these men and women. Maybe it’s their own discipline and dedication, don’t know.”

From New York Times