indirect request

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : An expression of a desire or inclination that is not stated openly or directly. It is a way of communicating a want or need through implication, suggestion, or related actions, rather than through explicit words. Usage An "indirect request" is used when someone wants to communicate a need or desire without asking for it outright. This can be due to politeness, shyness, social...