1. subtle hints or indirect suggestions about something
Usage: plural form of intimation
2. vague feelings or impressions that something is true or will happen
Usage: often used with ‘of’

Examples

• She gave subtle intimations that she was unhappy with the decision.
• There were intimations of trouble ahead in the company’s financial report.
• His intimations about the surprise party nearly ruined the secret.
• The novel contains intimations of the author’s own childhood experiences.
• We received intimations that the policy would soon change.
• Her intimations of mortality became stronger as she aged.
• The teacher’s intimations helped guide the students toward the correct answer.