[Idiom] DROP A HINT. - Mastering the Art of Subtlety in Communication
Drop a hint.
Suggest subtly.
When you "Drop a hint," you're not literally letting something fall; rather, you're giving a subtle suggestion or indication about something, hoping others will pick up on it without being directly told. It's like quietly planting an idea or a thought in someone’s mind without making it too obvious. This idiom emphasizes the nuanced art of indirect communication.
Example Sentences
She dropped a hint about her favorite cake hoping he'd remember.
She subtly hinted about her favorite cake hoping he'd remember.
Trying to drop a hint, Tom mentioned he had always wanted to see a live jazz band.
Tom subtly mentioned his desire to see a live jazz band.
During the meeting, Sarah dropped a hint about her availability, hoping her boss would consider her for the new project.
Sarah subtly mentioned her availability, hoping her boss would consider her for the new project.