insinuates

verb

Definition of insinuatesnext
present tense third-person singular of insinuate
1
as in infiltrates
to introduce in a gradual, secret, or clever way years were needed for the agent to insinuate himself into the terrorist organization

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2
as in implies
to convey an idea indirectly are you insinuating that I won by cheating?

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3
as in inserts
to put among or between others quietly insinuated herself among the concertgoers raptly listening to the piano solo

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for insinuates
  1. implies
  2. sneaks
  3. indicates
  4. introduces
  5. suggests
  6. injects
  7. adds
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  • Thus far though, the net effect of recent data implies an economy continuing on target for a soft landing.
    JJ Kinahan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Its $7 per share price target implies more than 78% upside from Wednesday’s close.
    Brian Evans, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of implies
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  • Along the way, Chelsea sneaks into a castle, teaches a stubborn prince how to dance, and looks to be in the perfect place when the bells toll Christmas Eve.
    EW.com, EW.com, 18 Oct. 2024
  • Until, that is, a drag queen sneaks into the party and tips a bucket of blood over her head from on high.
    Liam Hess, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2024
Definition of sneaks
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  • Interestingly, some research indicates that cannabis may offer temporary respiratory relief.
    Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
  • The data through September 2024 indicates a slight drop, suggesting some improvement, though crime levels remain elevated compared to early-decade figures.
    Jovi Dai, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
Definition of indicates
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  • Sometimes, things just go wrong; the incorrect patch is pushed, or an update introduces new vulnerabilities.
    Stephanie Domas, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
  • The issue arises because the new ERP system introduces best practices for the industry, but some employees resist adapting.
    Claus Jepsen, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of introduces
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  • The report suggests the unit was reassigned to fend off Ukraine’s invasion of the Russian border regions and may be replaced with less capable Russian servicemen.
    Saskya Vandoorne, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Recent research suggests 34% of the S&P 500's gain from 1940 to 2023 was attributable to dividends.
    GuruFocus, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of suggests
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  • Unbridled perfection injects its rigidity into your bloodstream and chokes the flow of spontaneous and flexible ideas.
    Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024
  • The bustling energy during afternoon tea injects the hotel lobby with a decidedly locals-come-here-too vibe.
    Chadner Navarro, Travel + Leisure, 14 Oct. 2024
Definition of injects
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  • The lawsuit adds more fuel to America’s fiery debate over the participation of transgender women in women’s sports.
    Ethan Baron, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
  • Observing tail posture in rats adds a new layer to our understanding of rat emotional expression, reminding us that emotions are expressed throughout the entire body.
    Kelly Lambert, Discover Magazine, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of adds
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