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insinuatingly

/ɪnsɪˈnjuːeɪtɪŋli/ adverb · British & US
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What does insinuatingly mean?

adverb

Used to describe something that is done in a subtle and often deceitful way, implying something without directly stating it.

Example

"She spoke insinuatingly about his past, hinting at a scandal without directly mentioning it."

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