allude
verbTo refer to something indirectly without naming or explaining it fully.
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imply
verbTo suggest or communicate something indirectly.
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verbTo suggest something indirectly, often something unfavorable.
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verbTo make something known indirectly or discreetly.
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verbTo weaken support, confidence, or effectiveness, often gradually or indirectly.
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