1. suggested or hinted at something indirectly, especially something unpleasant
Usage: past tense of insinuate
2. gradually worked oneself into a position or someone’s favor through subtle means
Usage: past tense of insinuate

Examples

• She insinuated that he was lying without directly accusing him.
• The reporter insinuated corruption in the mayor’s office.
• He insinuated himself into the wealthy family’s social circle.
• The article insinuated problems with the company’s finances.
• She cleverly insinuated herself into the conversation.
• His comments insinuated that the decision was unfair.
• The spy insinuated himself into the enemy organization.