hint

/hɪnt/
verb
  1. To suggest something indirectly or subtly.
    • The article hints at possible changes to the company's leadership.
    • She hinted about the surprise, but didn't reveal the details.
    • My brother hinted that he wanted a new video game for his birthday.
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noun
  1. A small piece of information that helps someone guess or understand something.
    • She gave me a hint about the surprise party, but didn't spoil it.
    • The teacher offered a hint to help the students solve the math problem.
    • I need a hint for the last crossword clue.
  2. A very small amount or sign of something.
    • His voice carried a hint of sadness when he talked about his hometown.
    • The sky had a hint of pink just before sunset.
    • There was a hint of cinnamon in the apple pie.
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