insinuate
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/ɪnˈsɪnjueɪt/
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/ɪnˈsɪnjueɪt/
To hint or imply something, especially something negative, without saying it directly.
The gossip insinuated that she was not qualified for the job.
流言蜚语暗示她不适合这份工作。
To gradually work your way into a position or situation, especially in a sly or cunning manner.
He insinuated himself into the group, pretending to be a friend.
他巧妙地混入了那个群体,假装是朋友。
To insert or move something subtly or carefully into a particular position.
She insinuated her hand into the narrow space to retrieve the item.
她将手巧妙地伸进狭窄的空间去取回物品。