You tell a friend "I wish you'd be direct instead of hinting around," but your friend responds by denying that she/he hints.One way to help resolve the issue is to
A)describe the hinting according to the dictionary.
B)give a behavioral description of how your mother hints so your friend gets the idea.
C)specifically describe the friend's hinting behavior when it occurs.
D)describe all at once the many times that the troublesome behavior occurs.
E)None of these choices are correct will help resolve the issue.

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Describing the friend's hinting behavior when it occurs is the most specific and concrete way to address the issue. By providing specific examples, the friend can see how their behavior is being perceived and adjust accordingly. A dictionary definition may not be helpful in clarifying the friend's behavior, and bringing up someone else's behavior may be seen as deflecting from the issue at hand. Describing multiple occurrences of hinting may also come across as confrontational or overwhelming.

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