insinuation
/ɪnˌsɪnjuˈeɪʃən/
noun
- An indirect and unpleasant suggestion or hint, often implying something bad.
- The politician denied the insinuation that he had taken bribes.
- His comment was full of insinuation, but he never said anything directly.
- She ignored the insinuation that she had cheated on the test.
- The act of gradually gaining favor or acceptance through subtle, indirect methods.
- The spy's insinuation into the organization took months of careful planning.
- Her insinuation into the group was so smooth that no one suspected her motives.
- Through flattery and charm, his insinuation into the inner circle was complete.
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