1
as in clues
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 glimmers
an almost imperceptible sign of something
there was the slightest hint of scorn in her voice
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as in tips
a piece of advice or useful information especially from an expert
some helpful hints for cleaning carpet stains
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as in sprinklings
a very small amount
I detect just a hint of mint in the sauce
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as in indicates
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 hints
Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Researchers exploring Greenland shark genetics have found hints of enhanced DNA repair and cellular maintenance that could slow aging at a fundamental level.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 31 Mar. 2026
Sure, the sequence largely swipes away hints given prior that Bowser was an absent father, but in a film where most of the characters veer toward the blandly nice, watching a dad and his son bond over their same sociopathic tendencies was the only moment that tugged at the heartstrings.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 31 Mar. 2026
But there are hints Rataczak is planning something new.
—Hope Karnopp, jsonline.com, 29 Mar. 2026
Again, there were hints in the data but no definitive conclusions.
—Mariangela Lisanti, Twin Cities, 27 Mar. 2026
But a landmark judgment Wednesday could offer hints about what’s to come.
—Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026
Intriguing hints are emerging that vagus nerve stimulation may help the aging brain.
—Elizabeth Riley, The Conversation, 26 Mar. 2026
And excitingly, there are structural hints with WISPIT 2's protoplanetary disk of more forming protoplanets.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 24 Mar. 2026
George Avalos, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2026
However in her statement below about the departures, creator Shonda Rhimes hints that the beloved doctors will get a happy ending.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 25 Mar. 2026
However, Fox’s recent return to Instagram—and her Oscars night out on the town—hints that the star’s Hollywood hiatus might be coming to an end.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 16 Mar. 2026
Piece together hints from across the past year, and Payton and general manager George Paton are clearly focused on development from young, cheap talent under a new-look staff.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 15 Mar. 2026
The coincidence, linked to an event known as S241125n, hints that under rare conditions, even black hole collisions may briefly light up the cosmos.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 14 Mar. 2026
That hints Salyer was more of a problem than a solution through the years.
—Omar Kelly
march 13, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2026
His signing hints that the Chiefs could place a greater emphasis on running the football at a higher volume in 2026, particularly from under center.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 12 Mar. 2026
For now, the blog post hints that the merger will leave GFiber in a better financial situation.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 12 Mar. 2026
Noun
Researchers are now exploring Greenland shark genetics for clues about aging, finding hints of enhanced DNA repair and cellular maintenance that could slow aging at a fundamental level.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Researchers exploring Greenland shark genetics have found hints of enhanced DNA repair and cellular maintenance that could slow aging at a fundamental level.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 31 Mar. 2026
Sure, the sequence largely swipes away hints given prior that Bowser was an absent father, but in a film where most of the characters veer toward the blandly nice, watching a dad and his son bond over their same sociopathic tendencies was the only moment that tugged at the heartstrings.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 31 Mar. 2026
But there are hints Rataczak is planning something new.
—Hope Karnopp, jsonline.com, 29 Mar. 2026
Again, there were hints in the data but no definitive conclusions.
—Mariangela Lisanti, Twin Cities, 27 Mar. 2026
But a landmark judgment Wednesday could offer hints about what’s to come.
—Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026
Intriguing hints are emerging that vagus nerve stimulation may help the aging brain.
—Elizabeth Riley, The Conversation, 26 Mar. 2026
And excitingly, there are structural hints with WISPIT 2's protoplanetary disk of more forming protoplanets.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 24 Mar. 2026
Verb
The shift in the industrial building’s property value hints that the site might experience a rise in its assessed valuation.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2026
However in her statement below about the departures, creator Shonda Rhimes hints that the beloved doctors will get a happy ending.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 25 Mar. 2026
However, Fox’s recent return to Instagram—and her Oscars night out on the town—hints that the star’s Hollywood hiatus might be coming to an end.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 16 Mar. 2026
Piece together hints from across the past year, and Payton and general manager George Paton are clearly focused on development from young, cheap talent under a new-look staff.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 15 Mar. 2026
The coincidence, linked to an event known as S241125n, hints that under rare conditions, even black hole collisions may briefly light up the cosmos.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 14 Mar. 2026
That hints Salyer was more of a problem than a solution through the years.
—Omar Kelly
march 13, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2026
His signing hints that the Chiefs could place a greater emphasis on running the football at a higher volume in 2026, particularly from under center.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 12 Mar. 2026
For now, the blog post hints that the merger will leave GFiber in a better financial situation.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 12 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hints
Noun
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Researchers are also exploring Greenland shark genetics for clues about aging.—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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Market reactions could become more sensitive to incoming data due to fewer clues about the Fed’s intentions.—
Paul Wachtel,
The Conversation,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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But there are glimmers of hope beyond the carnage, too.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
30 Mar. 2026
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Following three straight 100-loss seasons that led to a front-office house cleaning, Rockies fans are peering down the road for glimmers of hope.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
26 Mar. 2026
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However, starting in January 2026, employee paycheck withholdings should reflect the tips and overtime deductions, which means workers will see the benefit each pay period rather than via a lump sum next tax season.—
Kate Dore, CFP®, EA,
CNBC,
2 Apr. 2026
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For more insider tips on Southern California’s beaches, trails and parks, check out past editions of The Wild.—
Jaclyn Cosgrove,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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My grandmother’s version typically called just for the addition of generous sprinklings of Lawry’s garlic salt and black pepper—and that’s it.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
5 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Meanwhile, a red badge indicates that your PC can’t receive the new Secure Boot software certificates.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
2 Apr. 2026
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Those who are verified through the program and have proof of temporary lawful status will receive a Restriction 9 on their credentials and driver records, which indicates a temporary lawful status.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
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For some indications, expert groups now recommend red-light regimens.—
Lynne Peeples,
Scientific American,
26 Mar. 2026
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On Tuesday, there were some indications from Washington on a possible de-escalation in the Mideast conflict.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Little touches include a selection of books focused on native flora and fauna and art depicting local landscapes.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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Spurs are ranked 14th for big chances (as defined by Opta) in the Premier League and are 12th for touches in the opposition box.—
Graham Ruthven,
New York Times,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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While that advice refers primarily to metal utensils, the same principles apply across materials, especially where thin construction can increase the risk of breakage.—
Darlin Tillery,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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His advice is refreshingly simple and practical.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Hints.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hints. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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