Verbs for Implying and Mentioning

to mention an idea, proposition, plan, etc. for further consideration or possible action

The committee suggested changes to improve the efficiency of the process.

to suggest without explicitly stating

The politician's statement seemed to imply that there was more to the story than what was being revealed.

to indirectly suggest something

The teacher hinted at the upcoming exam by discussing the importance of consistent studying.

to suggest something in an indirect manner

During the discussion, she insinuated that her colleague was taking credit for her ideas without directly accusing him.

to implicitly convey something such as an idea, feeling, etc. in addition to something's basic meaning

The use of warm colors like red and orange in the painting connotes a sense of passion and intensity.

(of people) having a very close relationship

They shared an intimate moment under the stars, revealing their deepest thoughts.

to give someone a message, instruction, etc. by making a sound or movement

The coach signaled the players to execute a specific play using hand gestures.

to involve or suggest someone's participation or connection in a crime or wrongdoing

Witness testimony served to implicate the suspect in the bank robbery.

to cause irritation or annoyance to someone

The constant noise from the construction site next door really gets at me.

to mention something without directly talking about it in detail

She alluded to her upcoming plans but didn't reveal the specific details.

to say something about someone or something, without giving much detail

During the meeting, please mention any concerns or suggestions you may have.

to briefly mention a subject in written or spoken discussion

The professor touched on several interesting historical events during the lecture.

to have a connection with a particular person or thing

The artist's paintings often refer to nature and its beauty.

to look after a child until they reach maturity

The grandparents played a significant role in bringing up their grandchildren.

to introduce a subject for discussion, especially a sensitive or challenging matter

At the team meeting, the manager decided to broach the subject of restructuring to improve efficiency.

to bring up a topic or question for discussion

The team decided to moot the idea of a flexible work schedule during the next staff meeting.

to say the exact sentence or group of words someone else used in a movie, book, etc.

During his presentation, he quoted a famous line from "The Godfather": "I'm gonna make him an offer he can't refuse."

to refer to something as an example or proof

The lawyer cited similar court cases to argue for his client's innocence.

to propose or assume something as true or factual, serving as the foundation for further reasoning or argumentation

In the scientific hypothesis, researchers often posit certain conditions to explore their potential effects on the experiment.

progress or improvement in a particular area

The company's technological advance has been remarkable this year.