1
as in indications
a slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation)
if you don't want to give the suggestion that you're evading the truth, you must look your questioner in the eye
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2
as in proposals
something which is presented for consideration
no one had any better suggestions, so as usual we spent the afternoon at the basketball court
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as in hints
an almost imperceptible sign of something
we took care to avoid so much as even a suggestion of impropriety
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Recent Examples of suggestions
Following someone’s suggestions delivers you to adventure's door under the Libra full moon.
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Usa Today, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
But the open kitchen concept, with local produce and jars of pickles on display for guests to touch, taste, and smell, makes going off-menu just as enticing—just ask the chef for suggestions.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026
Additionally, WatchOS 26 introduces helpful new features, including a convenient wrist flick gesture and timely suggestions.
—Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 31 Mar. 2026
Passover gifts for Jewish friends If you're invited to a Passover Seder or just want to give something to a Jewish friend to celebrate the holiday, websites like the Kitchn and Gift Kosher have plenty of suggestions.
—Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer, 31 Mar. 2026
Two-thirds of people who asked AI for money advice acted on its suggestions, according to the study.
—Jacqueline Munis, Fortune, 30 Mar. 2026
Here are more suggestions for easy ways to add protein to your meals.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 30 Mar. 2026
The technology includes creative analysis for scripts and projects, packaging suggestions, as well as market forecasting about how the film will do commercially.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 30 Mar. 2026
Bakri uses different voices and facial expressions for each, encouraging his students to dream broadly and praising their wild suggestions for where reading can take them.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 24 Mar. 2026
Usa Today, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
But the open kitchen concept, with local produce and jars of pickles on display for guests to touch, taste, and smell, makes going off-menu just as enticing—just ask the chef for suggestions.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026
Additionally, WatchOS 26 introduces helpful new features, including a convenient wrist flick gesture and timely suggestions.
—Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 31 Mar. 2026
Passover gifts for Jewish friends If you're invited to a Passover Seder or just want to give something to a Jewish friend to celebrate the holiday, websites like the Kitchn and Gift Kosher have plenty of suggestions.
—Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer, 31 Mar. 2026
Two-thirds of people who asked AI for money advice acted on its suggestions, according to the study.
—Jacqueline Munis, Fortune, 30 Mar. 2026
Here are more suggestions for easy ways to add protein to your meals.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 30 Mar. 2026
The technology includes creative analysis for scripts and projects, packaging suggestions, as well as market forecasting about how the film will do commercially.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 30 Mar. 2026
Bakri uses different voices and facial expressions for each, encouraging his students to dream broadly and praising their wild suggestions for where reading can take them.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 24 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suggestions
Noun
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For some indications, expert groups now recommend red-light regimens.—
Lynne Peeples,
Scientific American,
26 Mar. 2026
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On Tuesday, there were some indications from Washington on a possible de-escalation in the Mideast conflict.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
25 Mar. 2026
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Union leaders said negotiations have stalled for months, and are accusing BP of rejecting their proposals on jobs, pay, and safety.—
Jeramie Bizzle,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Go to the annual raises proposals and split the difference.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
30 Mar. 2026
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Researchers are now exploring Greenland shark genetics for clues about aging, finding hints of enhanced DNA repair and cellular maintenance that could slow aging at a fundamental level.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
31 Mar. 2026
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Researchers exploring Greenland shark genetics have found hints of enhanced DNA repair and cellular maintenance that could slow aging at a fundamental level.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Mar. 2026
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Researchers are also exploring Greenland shark genetics for clues about aging.—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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Market reactions could become more sensitive to incoming data due to fewer clues about the Fed’s intentions.—
Paul Wachtel,
The Conversation,
31 Mar. 2026
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Part of that navigation is driven by chemical cues, such as concentrations of the female hormone progesterone, but gravity seems to play a significant role too, McPherson said.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
27 Mar. 2026
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Visual phonics, which includes hand cues and symbols that represent sounds such as vowels or consonants, can be used as literacy support.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 Mar. 2026
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American law governs the ownership of ideas with considerable precision.—
Ugo Troiano,
Oc Register,
26 Mar. 2026
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In Wuthering Heights, Oliver played Isabella Linton, an initially naïve woman infatuated with ideas of romance whose are opened to the reality around her.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Suggestions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suggestions. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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