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The future tense form of 'hinting' is formed by using the auxiliary verb will followed by the base form of the verb hint. Example: They will hint at the solution to the puzzle. (They will hint at the solution to the puzzle.)
Definition of “hint”
- to suggest or imply something indirectly
- to give a clue or indication
Tense sentence structure and examples:
Notes from a Native English Speaker
Here are the general structures of a present and past participle. Remember, some verbs have an irregular form and may not follow this structure: Present Participle: [Verb] -ing Past Participle: [Verb] -ed
| Future Simple | hint |
| Future Continuous | hinting |
| Future Perfect | hinted |
Example
She will hint at the solution later.
Example
They will hint at their decision soon.
Example
At this time tomorrow, I will be hinting at the surprise.
Example
They will be hinting at the answer during the presentation.
Example
By the end of the day, she will have hinted at her true feelings.
Example
They will have hinted at possible solutions by then.
