Inkling
Inkling noun - A slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation).
Usage example: did not give the slightest inkling that he was planning to quit
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Mention and inkling are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Mention" instead a noun "Inkling".
Nearby Word: inkle
Mention
Mention noun - A formal recognition of an achievement or praiseworthy deed.
Inkling and mention are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Inkling" instead a noun "Mention".
Nearby Words: mentioned, mentioning
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