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
Critics question the plan, suggesting the historic building be incorporated into a more substantial development.
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Matthew Glowicki, The Courier-Journal, 3 Sep. 2025
Reports surfaced this week suggesting that Chelsea Clinton may be considering a run for Congress in New York's 12th District, where longtime Democratic Representative Jerry Nadler has announced his retirement.
—Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
These systems were armed with machine guns, rocket launchers, and sensors, suggesting roles in reconnaissance, assault, and fire support.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2025
But one of the very few indicators that this is still in play is a new article at The Information suggesting that Google people might want some kind of parley with Nvidia to talk about things.
—John Werner, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The city saw pedestrian deaths more than double between 2019 and 2023, suggesting its streets are becoming more dangerous for those on foot.
—Sasha Hupka, AZCentral.com, 3 Sep. 2025
However, Maxwell also disputed conspiracy theories suggesting someone outside the jail had Epstein killed to keep him silent.
—Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 24 Aug. 2025
Sales of existing homes rose in July but have largely been flat for most of the year, even as the number of listings has climbed, suggesting demand is weak.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 23 Aug. 2025
Buyers surveyed over the last several weeks have offered a range of projections for the coming NFL season, with some shops anticipating a more modest overall gain for in-game deliveries (+3%) while others suggesting that Big Data will swell the TV numbers by an Amazonian +8%.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Matthew Glowicki, The Courier-Journal, 3 Sep. 2025
Reports surfaced this week suggesting that Chelsea Clinton may be considering a run for Congress in New York's 12th District, where longtime Democratic Representative Jerry Nadler has announced his retirement.
—Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
These systems were armed with machine guns, rocket launchers, and sensors, suggesting roles in reconnaissance, assault, and fire support.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2025
But one of the very few indicators that this is still in play is a new article at The Information suggesting that Google people might want some kind of parley with Nvidia to talk about things.
—John Werner, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The city saw pedestrian deaths more than double between 2019 and 2023, suggesting its streets are becoming more dangerous for those on foot.
—Sasha Hupka, AZCentral.com, 3 Sep. 2025
However, Maxwell also disputed conspiracy theories suggesting someone outside the jail had Epstein killed to keep him silent.
—Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 24 Aug. 2025
Sales of existing homes rose in July but have largely been flat for most of the year, even as the number of listings has climbed, suggesting demand is weak.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 23 Aug. 2025
Buyers surveyed over the last several weeks have offered a range of projections for the coming NFL season, with some shops anticipating a more modest overall gain for in-game deliveries (+3%) while others suggesting that Big Data will swell the TV numbers by an Amazonian +8%.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suggesting
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According to Amazon, the quilt has fewer returns than average compared to similar products, indicating that customers hold on to the popular set.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Sep. 2025
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However, continuing claims for benefits are above the lows, indicating some slowdown in people being rehired after losing their jobs.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Piridzhanyan agreed, recommending that parents rotate through the five food groups throughout the week, packing different fruits, vegetables, grains, proteins and dairy.—
Kate Sequeira,
Boston Herald,
7 Sep. 2025
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The Food and Drug Administration in August set tighter guidelines on who can receive the latest COVID-19 vaccines, recommending the shots to only people over 65 or those with existing health problems.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
6 Sep. 2025
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The district plans to replace the field level bleacher seats and budgeted $129,615 to do it, and is also proposing to replace the Loge level bleacher seats which will cost an additional $440,000.—
Ricardo Torres,
jsonline.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Tight end Luke Lindenmeyer saved the most memorable moment for the end, proposing on the turf to his girlfriend, a member of the Scarlets dance squad.—
Mitch Sherman,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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In a response posted to social media, Kennedy hit back at the pediatrics academy's criticism, implying that the organization's views were influenced by corporate pharmaceutical funders.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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The Moon was doing something that the Sun wasn’t — emitting gamma-rays — implying that, somehow, the Moon was doing a whole lot more than just reflecting sunlight.—
Ethan Siegel,
Big Think,
4 Sep. 2025
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Investment firms are already advising clients to adjust their portfolios in anticipation of lower interest rates.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
9 Sep. 2025
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Air quality alerts published by the National Weather Service (NWS) spanned large portions of Washington and Idaho on Monday, with officials advising at-risk residents to take steps to avoid potential health impacts.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The two stuck close to each other's sides while posing for the cameras, even deciding to share a smooch to celebrate the exciting night.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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By mid-2025, lead times for large power transformers had stretched beyond 30 months, with some units requiring up to four years for delivery—posing serious risks to grid reliability and expansion.—
Robert Rapier,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Looking at Elliott’s post-2024 drives, six-month outcomes have generally been favorable—hinting PEP could see a similar pattern.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Mekies addressed the media on the topic after the race at Zandvoort, hinting that the team will take its own time to decide about Verstappen's teammate.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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To entice buyers, Huawei is offering at least 50% off screen replacements, as well as two free appointments to service the phone at home or at a preferred location.—
Arjun Kharpal,
CNBC,
4 Sep. 2025
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FanDuel, a popular online gambling company, threw them a Hail Mary by offering to restore express train service for the Philadelphia Eagles’ season opener against National Football League (NFL) division rivals, the Dallas Cowboys, on Thursday.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Suggesting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suggesting. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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