1
as in indicated
to convey an idea indirectly
this letter suggests that there's more going on than she's telling us
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2
as in recommended
to put (something) forward as one's choice for a wise or proper course of action
I suggested that they talk to a therapist about their marital problems
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as in proposed
to set before the mind for consideration
might I suggest, for an appetizer, our jumbo shrimp cocktail?
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as in supported
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as in hinted
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Recent Examples of suggested
Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025
If the top of your casserole is melted but not golden brown after the suggested baking time, place the pan under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes to add color.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 29 Aug. 2025
None of the many suggested definitions has been widely accepted.
—Dirk Schulze-Makuch, Big Think, 12 Aug. 2025
David Brennan, ABC News, 9 Sep. 2025
Instead, her husband, Matt, suggested opening up a small farmers’ market.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
That is what one NFL insider has suggested.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
Already, one board supervisor suggested a default restriction on certain books for kids unless their parents opt out.
—Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 8 Sep. 2025
According to the Gallup State of the American Workplace report, businesses with the highest employee engagement scores suggested 21% higher levels of profitability when compared to those in the lowest quartile.
—Tara Fitzpatrick-Navarro, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Other leaks have previously suggested some markets will see Apple move to eSIM-only versions for its iPhone 17.
—PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2025
The production’s director, Eric Ting, who stood nearby with various assistants, suggested that Costanzo’s look be naturalistic, whereas the play’s other characters be exaggerated.
—Henry Alford, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
Records that Milwaukee Tool employees provided to investigators showed the number of fraudulent orders rose between January and March 2025, which employees suggested may have been tied to the company’s decision to discontinue its employee discount system in April 2025.
—Adrienne Davis, jsonline.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Verb
In February 2024, EHang announced a suggested retail price for the EH216-S of $410,000 for international markets.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025
If the top of your casserole is melted but not golden brown after the suggested baking time, place the pan under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes to add color.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 29 Aug. 2025
None of the many suggested definitions has been widely accepted.
—Dirk Schulze-Makuch, Big Think, 12 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Reports also suggested that parts of the residence may have been demolished in recent years.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 9 Sep. 2025
Instead, her husband, Matt, suggested opening up a small farmers’ market.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
That is what one NFL insider has suggested.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
Already, one board supervisor suggested a default restriction on certain books for kids unless their parents opt out.
—Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 8 Sep. 2025
According to the Gallup State of the American Workplace report, businesses with the highest employee engagement scores suggested 21% higher levels of profitability when compared to those in the lowest quartile.
—Tara Fitzpatrick-Navarro, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Other leaks have previously suggested some markets will see Apple move to eSIM-only versions for its iPhone 17.
—PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2025
The production’s director, Eric Ting, who stood nearby with various assistants, suggested that Costanzo’s look be naturalistic, whereas the play’s other characters be exaggerated.
—Henry Alford, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
Records that Milwaukee Tool employees provided to investigators showed the number of fraudulent orders rose between January and March 2025, which employees suggested may have been tied to the company’s decision to discontinue its employee discount system in April 2025.
—Adrienne Davis, jsonline.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suggested
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However, Fazio notes that some vitamin supplementation, like with iron, should only be used in specific cases and otherwise avoided unless clearly indicated by a professional.—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
6 Sep. 2025
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As part of their warnings, AI leaders have also indicated that entirely new jobs will surface with the AI boom.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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In fact, those in the medical community, including the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine, said in a statement that acetaminophen is safe and recommended for use in pregnancy, especially to treat fever and pain.—
Jon Hamilton,
NPR,
6 Sep. 2025
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Wine expert Tyson Meyi recommended Spier’s 21 Gables chenin blanc, a white wine grape variety that South Africa is known for.—
Heather Richardson,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Sep. 2025
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According to her post, Kasper proposed in a digital mountain setting, and the two chose a blue engagement ring together.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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Tesla's board has proposed a $1 trillion compensation plan for CEO Elon Musk in what would be the largest corporate pay package in history.—
Reuters,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
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Figure 6 compares Klarna’s implied future NOPAT in these scenarios to its historical NOPAT.—
David Trainer,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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DeSantis implied that, with increasing property tax revenue coming into the county, the county was hoarding money in reserves rather than applying it to taxpayer initiatives.—
Josh Salman,
Miami Herald,
29 Aug. 2025
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Even if advised by a manufacturer, the marble cleaning solution should still be tested on a small, inconspicuous area before getting started.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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Memos unearthed from Biden’s term show his aides wanted the president to personally sign pardon decisions and advised against using the autopen on clemency decisions.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Elordi, 28, posed for photos solo ahead of the screening of director Guillermo del Toro's latest film.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Even before Bohm’s IL stint had been announced, former Phillies GM and current broadcaster Ruben Amaro posed the idea of promoting Miller after Turner went down.—
Anthony Stitt,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Earlier this year, Lionsgate CEO Jon Feltheimer hinted that the film could be pushed back again, but promised that the official promotional rollout is currently in the works.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Starlit Prim hinted that her upcoming collection will channel the glamour of Monaco in the ’50s — perfect for her target customer of women who understand and love a timeless vintage occasion look and want to feel modern, but not overtly trendy.—
Emily Mercer,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2025
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This extended development may have offered an evolutionary advantage by fostering more advanced reasoning skills.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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Trump earlier this week said India had offered to cut its tariffs on American imports to zero, while complaining that the proposal had come too late in the negotiation.—
Priyanka Salve,Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Suggested.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suggested. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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