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Allude

/əˈluːd/verb
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To allude means to refer to something indirectly or subtly, without explicitly stating it, often to evoke a shared understanding or add depth to a conversation. In today's world, it's commonly used in writing, speeches, and casual chats to hint at ideas, events, or people, allowing for nuance and avoiding direct confrontation.

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