Definitions

tip-off

[tip-awf, -of] / ˈtɪpˌɔf, -ˌɒf /

NOUN

hint, warning

Synonyms

STRONG

buzz clue cue dope forecast hint information inkling knowledge news pointer prediction prompt steer suggestion tip warning whisper word

WEAK

inside wire secret information two cents' worth word of advice word to the wise

VERB

advise; warn

Synonyms

STRONG

advise alert apprise brief caution counsel divulge expose familiarize forewarn hint notify suggest tip tout warn

Example Sentences

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But even before the first-round games tip off this week, Scheyer’s team has already made history.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026

It came after a tip off from House of Commons speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle that the former cabinet minister may have been planning to travel to the British Virgin Islands.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

Maybe we need a new securities test, or at least a way to tip off novices about whether they’re building wealth or betting it.

From Barron's • Nov. 14, 2025

The game, which was slated to tip off at 7:30 p.m. at Crypto.com Arena, will be rescheduled at a later date.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 9, 2025

But only a handful from each, not enough to tip off that the food is missing.

From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins

tip-off

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