as in indications
a slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation)
the newscaster could not resist giving a slight intimation that the voting was going contrary to predictions
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Recent Examples of intimations
Lately, those intimations have hit closer to home.
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Jon Dolan,
Rolling Stone,
8 June 2026
Spokespeople for World Liberty Financial and the White House have repeatedly pushed back against any intimations of conflicts of interest.
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Ben Weiss,
Fortune,
4 May 2026
But across the entire novel, there are intimations of other ways to be, of other possibilities for the narrator.
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Literary Hub,
11 Mar. 2026
The official announcement did not mention any such official plans, but there are intimations that some type of bundling could be part of the strategy in the future.
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Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
5 Dec. 2025
Jon Dolan,
Rolling Stone,
8 June 2026
Spokespeople for World Liberty Financial and the White House have repeatedly pushed back against any intimations of conflicts of interest.
—
Ben Weiss,
Fortune,
4 May 2026
But across the entire novel, there are intimations of other ways to be, of other possibilities for the narrator.
—
Literary Hub,
11 Mar. 2026
The official announcement did not mention any such official plans, but there are intimations that some type of bundling could be part of the strategy in the future.
—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
5 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intimations
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There were no immediate indications yesterday that US intelligence had knowledge of a specific plot that prompted the warning.
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The watches are powered by Corum’s automatic C0082 movement (that offers 42 hours of power reserve) and offer hours and minutes indications only.
Noun
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One of the biggest clues comes from city permits for street closures.
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As speculation swirls and new clues emerge about possible plans for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding, not everyone is convinced by the rumors involving Madison Square Garden.
Noun
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The belted detail near the top and multi-toned leather, for instance, borrow style cues from a traditional men’s briefcase and give it a quaint, workhorse look.
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One of the key features is the dramatic spiral roof, which takes cues from an unfurled Chinese folding fan, a space that is accessible to visitors and serves as an observation deck overlooking the Huangpu River and the city's skyline.
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An abundance of hints, clues and other helpful items await, not to mention a bonus Custom Wordle and plenty more.
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And while the couple have yet to confirm their wedding plans, details and hints around their wedding ceremony have begun to emerge, sending Swifties into overdrive.
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That goal has been overshadowed by his suggestions that Washington might seize control of Greenland or that Canada could become America’s 51st state.
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Some of the suggestions include a ban on cryptocurrency mining data centers and requirements for noise barriers to reduce stress on nearby residents.
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“Intimations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intimations. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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