Answer: insinuates

AnswerCrossword Clue
INSINUATESImplies
INSINUATESSlyly suggests
INSINUATESImparts artfully
insinuatesSuggest or hint (something bad or reprehensible) in an indirect and unpleasant way
insinuatesSlide (oneself or a thing) slowly and smoothly into a position
insinuatesManeuver oneself into (a position of favor or office) by subtle manipulation
insinuatesINSINUATE, to hint or indirectly suggest