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read between the lines

To infer a meaning that is not stated explicitly.
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If you read between the lines a little, you will realize that he has deeper motives.

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Submitted on September 01, 2009

Additional definitions for 'read between the lines':

Read Between the LinesTo discern the reality, or the hidden truth from something such as a fact or document
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