Definition of «hint»

A hint is a suggestion or indication as to how something should be done, typically given in order to guide someone to solve a problem or make a decision. It can also refer to an indirect or subtle reference or allusion, often used to suggest something without explicitly stating it.

Usage examples

Receiving a hint from a friend about the answer to a crossword puzzle question
Giving someone a hint on the location of a hidden treasure in a scavenger hunt
Dropping subtle hints about a surprise party to the guest of honor
Providing hints and clues during a trivia game to help players guess the correct answers
Leaving a hint in a note to remind yourself about an important task or appointment
Sharing a hint with a fellow student about a difficult math problem to guide them towards the right solution
Using hints in a video game to assist players in finding secret areas or solving challenging puzzles
Offering hints and tips to a new employee to help them navigate their way around the office or understand certain procedures
Leaving subtle hints in a conversation to express interest in someone without directly admitting it
using body language as a hint to express discomfort or disagreement in a discussion.

Phrases with «hint»

Sentences with «hint»

This offers little in way of hints of what the console itself will do. (segmentnext.com)
As you sort of hint at later in your article, the importance of value family, finding nature inspiring and wanting to preserve the environment are general human values. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
If you've taken a tour of our home, you have noticed that it's completely neutral, accented with with hints of color and those I share it with. (julieblanner.com)
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Definition of «hint»

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