ink
ling
Plural
inklings
1
a slight or vague idea or suspicion about something
- Despite his denials, I had an inkling that he was involved in the prank.
- She had an inkling that her friend was planning a surprise party for her birthday.
- There was an inkling of truth in his explanation, but it was difficult to discern the full story.
- From the way he hesitated, I got the inkling that he wasn't being entirely honest with me.
- I had an inkling that something was bothering her, but I didn't want to pry.
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