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insinuates

The correct spelling is insinuates.

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verb

Say it like: Ins-inua-tes

The correct spelling is insinuates. To hint; to suggest tacitly (usually something bad) while avoiding a direct statement. For example: "She insinuated that her friends had betrayed her."

Usage Examples

She insinuated that her friends had betrayed her.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To hint; to suggest tacitly (usually something bad) while avoiding a direct statement.
  2. 2.To creep, wind, or flow into; to enter gently, slowly, or imperceptibly, as into crevices.
  3. 3.(by extension) To ingratiate; to obtain access to or introduce something by subtle, cunning or artful means.

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