hint at

The CEO’s comments **hint at** a possible expansion next year.

Phrasal-verb Prediction

Meaning

to suggest or imply something indirectly about the future

The CEO’s comments hint at a possible expansion next year.

a small piece of advice or suggestion; to suggest something indirectly

to share important or upsetting information with someone

to allocate money for a future need

to be the first to take action or make a decision

to give your opinion or influence a discussion

to begin increasing again after a slowdown

to control one’s temper during conflict