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| clue |
a hint that helps solve a puzzle, problem, or mystery. |
| glimmer |
a small sign; hint; trace. [1/3 definitions] |
| hint |
A hint is something that gives you a small bit of information about something but doesn't tell you everything you need to know about it or doesn't tell you in a very direct way. If you get a hint, you might be able to guess an answer to something, but you might not. [2 definitions] |
| imply |
to hint or suggest without saying directly. |
| lead1 |
a hint or clue. [1/13 definitions] |
| note |
a hint of something. [1/8 definitions] |
| shadow |
a trace; hint. [1/5 definitions] |
| suggest |
to bring to mind in a way that is not direct; hint. [1/3 definitions] |
| suggestion |
a small amount; hint; trace. [1/3 definitions] |
| tip3 |
a small, useful idea; hint. [1/4 definitions] |
| wisp |
a small trace or hint. [1/2 definitions] |
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