1
as in indicating
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 recommending
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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3
as in proposing
to set before the mind for consideration
might I suggest, for an appetizer, our jumbo shrimp cocktail?
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Recent Examples of suggesting
In a lengthy post, Kelly argued in a very lengthy tweet that Kimmel's comments were made despite public evidence suggesting the suspect held left-wing views and had no ties to conservative politics.
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Amanda Castro
shane Croucher
anna Commander, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
The costumes, designed by Dede Ayite, were subtle and yet highly symbolic, suggesting the colloquial nature of Yoruba gods, or the epic, majestic nature of our brothers.
—Essence, 17 Sep. 2025
This current study adds to an existing body of research suggesting acupuncture is helpful for low back pain.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The numbers immediately soared and were 80% higher, on average, than before the policy change, according to the report – suggesting that hundreds or thousands of instances of solitary confinement had gone uncounted, researchers found.
—Lauren Villagran, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025
Waymo vehicles are being spotted in more and more places (including my own neighborhood) suggesting Waymo plans to expand its Bay Area services soon.
—Brad Templeton, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
However, seven governors out of 19 forecasted fewer cuts this year, suggesting some divisiveness for the winter.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 17 Sep. 2025
The original wording suggesting that Soliman faced murder charges in Iraq had been included in the government’s successful argument for keeping him in custody.
—Hannah Allam, ProPublica, 10 Sep. 2025
Advertisement Advertisement In one of several choreographed gestures suggesting a special and intimate relationship between Russia and India, Putin gave Modi a ride in his presidential limousine to their bilateral meeting in Tianjin.
—Shyam Saran, Time, 10 Sep. 2025
Amanda Castro
shane Croucher
anna Commander, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
The costumes, designed by Dede Ayite, were subtle and yet highly symbolic, suggesting the colloquial nature of Yoruba gods, or the epic, majestic nature of our brothers.
—Essence, 17 Sep. 2025
This current study adds to an existing body of research suggesting acupuncture is helpful for low back pain.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The numbers immediately soared and were 80% higher, on average, than before the policy change, according to the report – suggesting that hundreds or thousands of instances of solitary confinement had gone uncounted, researchers found.
—Lauren Villagran, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025
Waymo vehicles are being spotted in more and more places (including my own neighborhood) suggesting Waymo plans to expand its Bay Area services soon.
—Brad Templeton, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
However, seven governors out of 19 forecasted fewer cuts this year, suggesting some divisiveness for the winter.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 17 Sep. 2025
The original wording suggesting that Soliman faced murder charges in Iraq had been included in the government’s successful argument for keeping him in custody.
—Hannah Allam, ProPublica, 10 Sep. 2025
Advertisement Advertisement In one of several choreographed gestures suggesting a special and intimate relationship between Russia and India, Putin gave Modi a ride in his presidential limousine to their bilateral meeting in Tianjin.
—Shyam Saran, Time, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suggesting
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The 50-week moving average in July crossed above the 200-week moving average, indicating that an upward direction of trend may now be in place.—
John Navin,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Some tracks were also observed near the Apollo 17 landing site and areas associated with seismic activity or tectonic features, indicating that moonquakes or impacts may trigger the boulder falls.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Sep. 2025
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The remaining 16 states have chosen a more relaxed approach, with some recommending the individual school districts decide their own policies, and others, like Puerto Rico, only requiring a policy to be formed by 2026.—
Arthur Jones II,
ABC News,
15 Sep. 2025
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According to their sources, Kennedy's ACIP is considering recommending the vaccines to those 75 and older, while instructing those 74 and younger to speak with their doctor about getting a shot.—
Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
12 Sep. 2025
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Prosecutors said proposing the legislation after accepting money from Negrin was enough to trigger the state’s anti-corruption laws.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
15 Sep. 2025
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However, the president has sought other methods of decreasing the Department of Education's power, including proposing a 15% funding decrease for the agency in his 2026 budget proposal.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
15 Sep. 2025
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Analyst Bonnie Herzog also set a 12-month price target of $72 per share, implying upside of 28%.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
11 Sep. 2025
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Cyrus was quick to defend herself, implying her words had been manipulated by the Times.—
Kate Hogan,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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The bank is advising its clients to take that change seriously, Sarah Kapnick, its global head of climate advisory, told Semafor.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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One woman, who identified herself only as Alice, questioned why the county wasn’t advising individuals living here illegally to self-deport.—
Grace Hase,
Mercury News,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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One particularly notable viral video featured the son of a provincial government minister posing in front of a tree made from boxes of luxury labels including Louis Vuitton, Cartier and Gucci.—
Nir Kshetri,
The Conversation,
14 Sep. 2025
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Social media posts from his family show years of him shooting and posing with various weapons at gun ranges and shows alongside his siblings.—
Richard Hall,
Time,
13 Sep. 2025
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Anxiety scores also improved more in the active group, hinting that HD-tDCS could help both depression and anxiety.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
16 Sep. 2025
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Later that year, Berger claimed that the remains were intentionally placed in the cave, hinting the species may have engaged in deliberate burial practices.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Sep. 2025
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Relief pitching might be among the more volatile areas if not the department offering the most volatility.—
Larry Fleisher,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Crafted in Ireland, the coach features dark brown panels adorned with golden scrollwork and a gilded roof, offering shelter from the light rain falling over Berkshire.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry
Shane Croucher
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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“Suggesting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suggesting. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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