"insinuations" in the noun sense
1. insinuation, innuendo
an indirect (and usually malicious) implication
2. ingratiation, insinuation
the act of gaining acceptance or affection for yourself by persuasive and subtle blandishments
"she refused to use insinuation in order to gain favor"
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