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An indirect suggestion, often one that is insulting or unfavorable.

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insinuation

The letter's insinuation of dishonesty needed evidence before it could be treated as a finding.
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One neighbor added an insinuation that the gardener wanted the space for private parties, hinting at a selfish motive without stating supporting evidence.
From Correcting the Public Account.
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