hint - A small or subtle piece of advice, suggestion, or information, often given to help someone understand something or solve a problem.
After a difficult 30 minutes in front of the group, my manager gave me a hint on how to improve my presentation.
inhibitions - A feeling of self-consciousness or restraint that prevents someone from acting freely; a psychological or social barrier that limits a person’s behavior or expressions.
His inhibitions kept him from speaking up during the meeting, even though he had great ideas.
roundabout - Describing a way of doing something that is not straightforward, often involving detours, twists, or delays.
She gave a roundabout explanation when asked about her plans, avoiding a direct answer and making it difficult to understand her true intentions.
