Definition of Allude

to make an indirect reference

Examples of Allude in a sentence

The teacher asked the students to not allude to any online sources in their research papers.  🔊

Even though the author claims his new work does not allude to his previous novel, it actually does contain a reference in the book’s second chapter.  🔊

For the dedicated searchers, there are clues hidden in the forest which allude to the treasure’s location.  🔊

In his upcoming speech, the president will allude to his economic stimulus plan.  🔊

The mafia boss ordered his men to not allude to any criminal activity during their telephone conversations.  🔊

Everyone is wondering if the singer will allude to her latest failed relationship in her new song.  🔊

As a parent, I am not afraid to allude to a number of possible consequences when my daughter starts to misbehave.  🔊

Because the pastor is concerned about the number of divorces among his clergy, he will allude to the importance of marriage during Sunday’s sermon.  🔊

In his opening statement, the prosecuting attorney is not allowed to allude to the defendant’s former crimes.  🔊

Eric was a boastful man who never missed an opportunity to allude to his own wealth.  🔊

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