allude

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Verb allude has 1 sense

allude, touch, advert - make a more or less disguised reference to; "He alluded to the problem but did not mention it"
--₁ is one way to hint, suggest

Derived form: noun allusion₁
Sample sentence:
Somebody ----s PP

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Allude

Definition:

verb (used without object)

1. to refer casually, indirectly, or by suggestion.

2. to contain a casual or indirect reference.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

To refer casually, indirectly, or by suggestion.

Example sentences:

She would often allude to her childhood during their conversations.
The author cleverly alludes to historical events in his latest novel.

Sense 2:

To contain a casual or indirect reference.

Example sentences:

The lyrics of the song allude to a famous poem.
The painting's title seems to allude to a famous work of art.

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