Sentences

cryptically in a sentence

adv.

Definition

Cryptically means in a manner that is mysterious or ambiguous, often requiring interpretation to understand the true meaning.

Sample Sentences

  1. The message was cryptically written, leaving us to decipher its true meaning.
  2. She smiled cryptically, as if holding a secret only she understood.
  3. His response came cryptically, shrouded in ambiguity that fueled our curiosity.
  4. The novel's ending was cryptically ambiguous, prompting extensive discussion among readers.
  5. During the meeting, he spoke cryptically, hinting at future plans without revealing details.

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