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Allusions

Noun (plural): allusions

Definition: References made to famous people, events, or works of literature in order to enhance or add depth to a text.

Example Sentence: The author cleverly incorporated several biblical allusions in his novel, adding a layer of richness to the story.

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Verb: alludes (third-person singular simple present alludes, present participle alluding, simple past and past participle alluded)

Definition: To make a casual or indirect reference to something without explicitly stating it.

Example Sentence: The politician alluded to his opponent's scandalous past during the debate.

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Adjective: allusive (comparative more allusive, superlative most allusive)

Definition: Indirectly suggesting or hinting towards something.

Example Sentence: Her allusive remarks left the audience intrigued and curious about the hidden meaning behind her words.

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