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He gave me an inkling of what was to come.

the records give us an inkling of how people saw the world.

Doctors can get an inkling by questioning people about their age, diet, infrequency of exercise and smoking habits—but it is only an inkling, not a direct measurement.

I had no inkling of what was about to happen.

She had an inkling that something wasn't right.

There was not even an inkling of a plan in place.

He gave me an inkling of his future plans.

The teacher's inkling of the student's potential was accurate.

I had a vague inkling that she might not show up.

The detective had an inkling that the suspect was lying.

She had an inkling that her friends were planning a surprise party.

Despite his inkling, he was still shocked by the news.

There was an inkling of truth in what he said.