授意 (shòu yì) — to suggest or hint (to someone) to do something, often indirectly or secretly
Definition
A formal verb meaning to give someone a subtle, often unspoken hint or instruction to do something — typically from a superior. The action is covert, not an open request.
verb
to suggest or hint (to someone) to do somethingoften indirectly or secretly
Examples
- 授意。Lǎo bǎn shòu yì tā qù zuò zhè jiàn shì.The boss hinted for him to do this task.
- ，。Jīng lǐ yǐ jīng shòu guò yì le, ràng wǒ men kāi shǐ zhǔn bèi.The manager has already given the hint; let's start preparing.
- 授意。Zhè jiàn shì shì yǒu rén shòu yì tā zuò de.This matter was done by someone hinting to him.
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