hints (at)

verb

Definition of hints (at)next
present tense third-person singular of hint (at)
as in refers (to)

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  1. indicates
  2. implies
  3. suggests
  4. mentions
  5. intends
Verb
  • Interestingly, some research indicates that cannabis may offer temporary respiratory relief.
    Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
  • The data through September 2024 indicates a slight drop, suggesting some improvement, though crime levels remain elevated compared to early-decade figures.
    Jovi Dai, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
Definition of indicates
Verb
  • Thus far though, the net effect of recent data implies an economy continuing on target for a soft landing.
    JJ Kinahan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Its $7 per share price target implies more than 78% upside from Wednesday’s close.
    Brian Evans, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of implies
Verb
  • When Jonathan suggests that Morrison move into his apartment, Morrison gets cold feet.
    Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Having a rounder body might put you at a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease, a new study suggests.
    Elizabeth Yuko, Health, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of suggests
Verb
  • Bic’s official announcement specifically mentions candles but doesn’t go into details about other use cases.
    Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The joint statement only mentions wages.
    Phil Helsel, NBC News, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of mentions
Verb
  • The company intends to raise additional funds through public or private offerings to support its operations and business plan.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
  • The company intends to defend its intellectual property rights.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of intends
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