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Nudge nudge, wink wink

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Playful Teasing

This phrase is often used playfully, to imply a secret understanding between people without stating it outright.

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She mentioned she loves cooking for 'someone special' lately, nudge nudge, wink wink.
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Not Literal

'Nudge nudge, wink wink' is not taken literally. It's a metaphorical gesture suggesting you're hinting at something.

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He spends a lot of late nights 'working', nudge nudge, wink wink.
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Shared Secrecy

Use this phrase when you and the listener share knowledge of the innuendo or hidden meaning.

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She said she's good with her hands, nudge nudge, wink wink.
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