hint in a sentence
v. t.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Definition
A hint is a small or indirect suggestion or piece of information intended to guide someone toward a conclusion or action.
Sample Sentences
- She gave me a subtle hint about her favorite restaurant.
- The teacher dropped a hint that there would be a surprise quiz tomorrow.
- I could tell from his tone that he was giving me a hint to back off.
- The clues were too vague; I needed a clearer hint to solve the mystery.
- He often uses humor as a hint to express his true feelings.
- She gave me a subtle hint about what she wanted for her birthday.
- The teacher dropped a hint that the next quiz would cover the recent chapters.
- I couldn’t tell if his smile was a hint of approval or just a friendly gesture.
- The recipe included a hint of spice that elevated the dish to a new level.
- Sometimes, a simple hint can lead to a deeper understanding of the topic.
- The teacher dropped a hint that there would be a surprise test next week.
- If you listen closely, you might catch a hint of sarcasm in his tone.
- He left a hint in his message that suggested he was feeling overwhelmed.
- The detective found a hint that led him to the solution of the mystery.