Sworders often shaved, as did daggers; it was an unofficial mark of their specialty, since it subtly hinted their skill with the blade.

He subtly hints that she may, in fact, be a little flat.

Her involvement in the game's goings-on is not disclosed up front, but only subtly hinted at in the game's early portions.

In the novel, Elijah does not make a prophecy, but subtly hints that something will happen.

Wesley subtly hints about the Custodian to her, while she secretly passes him a tricorder scanner, allowing him to scan the elders.

To reflect the more sensusal content of the novel, the cover depicted a couple in a full-embrace rather than subtly hinting at physical contact.

Surely there was some way I could hint subtly to him that his advances would be welcomed.

Mr. Martin also subtly hinted that Jean Chrétien, who was prime minister when the program was in place, may want to do the same.

The music also hints subtly at themes used in the subsequent movements.

"Yes, Doctor," answered the android, subtly hinting that she had just reverted back to the ship's medical officer.