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hints

Произношение: [hɪnts]

Слово

Контекст: «communication»

(noun) a hint is a small piece of information or a clue that helps someone understand something better. It’s like when someone gives you a little tip to help you figure something out.

Пример

The teacher gave us a hint about the math problem that made it much easier to solve.

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He didn’t give any hints; it was very difficult to know what he wanted us to do.

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Can you give me a hint about what the answer might be?

Контекст: «communication»

(verb) to hint means to suggest something in a quiet or indirect way. Instead of saying directly what you mean, you drop a hint so someone can guess it.

Пример

She hinted that there might be a surprise party for him.

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He never hints at his feelings; he always says exactly what he thinks.

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Did you hint at what you wanted for your birthday?

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