as in implies
to convey an idea indirectly
Mrs. Simons alluded to some health problems, without being specific
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Recent Examples of alludes
Then there are books that can only move people who come to those books with prior knowledge, who have read the other books to which this new book alludes.
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Literary Hub, 12 Sep. 2025
Literary Hub, 12 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alludes
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The presence of the safety driver implies the improvement goal might be much greater than 300x.—
Brad Templeton,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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The firm downgraded shares to hold from buy after its recent boost in shares led its stock price to surge beyond its $14 price target, which implies 28% downside from Monday's closing price.—
Sean Conlon,
CNBC,
16 Sep. 2025
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Siegel indicates that the trio all hope to have Kuminga back, suggesting that the Warriors team's apparent reticence for a reunion is not shared by its most important players.—
Alex Kirschenbaum,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Sep. 2025
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Containment indicates what percentage of the fire perimeter has been surrounded by a control line.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
20 Sep. 2025
Verb
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As far as use goes, the brand suggests cleansing as usual before using the bar as a second cleanse to kill the acne-causing oils and bacteria and offer deeper exfoliation.—
Lily Wohlner,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Our analysis suggests that a favorable outcome is probable, albeit one that may require investors and clients to adopt a long-term perspective.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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And the store’s website hints that the musician and the Sunday night audience might even create something new together.—
CHRISTINA MAYO,
Miami Herald,
18 Sep. 2025
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The vision extends globally — Breakstone hints on plans for an app, expanded international shipping, and potential retail partnerships.—
Angela Lei,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Alludes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alludes. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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