as in indication
a slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation)
the newscaster could not resist giving a slight intimation that the voting was going contrary to predictions
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Recent Examples of intimation
The intimations from his political lieutenants is that tonight will be very different.
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Washington Post Opinions Staff, Washington Post, 19 July 2024
Such a power, as Britain was then, and the United States is today, inevitably resists its own intimations of mortality and the rising one is impatient to get its fair share of whatever is on offer, whether colonies, trade, resources or influence.
—Christopher Layne, Foreign Affairs, 13 Oct. 2020
That these intimations of progress come slowly for Webster is part of the album’s relatable charm.
—Joshua Minsoo Kim, Rolling Stone, 28 Feb. 2024
Ditto the flashbacks to her middle-class family back in the West African country, who can afford to hire armed security guards while intimations of civil war percolate around them.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 14 Feb. 2024
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Washington Post Opinions Staff, Washington Post, 19 July 2024
Such a power, as Britain was then, and the United States is today, inevitably resists its own intimations of mortality and the rising one is impatient to get its fair share of whatever is on offer, whether colonies, trade, resources or influence.
—Christopher Layne, Foreign Affairs, 13 Oct. 2020
That these intimations of progress come slowly for Webster is part of the album’s relatable charm.
—Joshua Minsoo Kim, Rolling Stone, 28 Feb. 2024
Ditto the flashbacks to her middle-class family back in the West African country, who can afford to hire armed security guards while intimations of civil war percolate around them.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 14 Feb. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intimation
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Soto, represented by hard-driving super agent Scott Boras, has shown no indication of offering charity to his new employer like Ohtani did.David K. Li, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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The company is subject to various risks, including dependence on successful clinical trials, regulatory approvals, and potential competition from other biotechnology firms targeting similar autoimmune disease indications.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
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This seamless deception leaves no immediate clues, allowing the attacker to act swiftly before John realizes anything is amiss.Lars Daniel, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Scientists think that a young Neptune lost speed and allowed itself to be reined in by the sun’s gravity, leaving behind its methane cache as a clue of its far-flung birthplace.Shi En Kim, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Nov. 2024
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Born on TikTok, this is an ideal choice for fall/winter thanks to its cool undertones; deep berry hues offer a hint of blue that adds a head-turning pop to any autumnal beauty look.Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024
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Think velvet bows, toile ornaments, and hints of soft pastels to bring the historical elegance to life.Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
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The new outpost retains the same warm woods as its original Marais store, opened last year, and takes cues from the brand’s workshop.Rhonda Richford, WWD, 4 Nov. 2024
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Our nervous system is always scanning our environment for cues of safety or danger.Noma Nazish, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Tricia had just moved to the area from Florida and didn’t have any suggestions as to where to go.Allie Volpe, Vox, 14 Nov. 2024
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Does Miss Manners have a suggestion for a polite way of indicating that, since they couldn’t be bothered to acknowledge the first gift, subsequent gifts should not be solicited?Judith Martin, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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“Intimation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intimation. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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