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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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
Yet overall hiring was essentially unchanged, suggesting companies are reluctant to fill open positions, perhaps because of uncertainty around the impact of artificial intelligence.
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Arkansas Online, 14 Mar. 2026
Wilson’s move in 2013 to step down as chairman of the board came weeks after his comments in an interview suggesting that Lululemon products didn’t need to cater to larger women.
—Phil Wahba, Fortune, 14 Mar. 2026
At the same time, the afterglow radiation appeared harder than usual, suggesting the physical process behind the burst might differ from typical GRBs.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 14 Mar. 2026
His argument challenged nutrient-only thinking, instead suggesting that how our food is made may matter just as much as what’s in it.
—Marisa McMillan, Outside, 14 Mar. 2026
The front of the mouse arches down and spreads wide, suggesting the noggin of the snake it's named after.
—Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 14 Mar. 2026
But no one’s suggesting the former Duchess has joined the church of Scientology…yet.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 14 Mar. 2026
Curiously, the antidepressant effect emerged after the mind-altering experiences and persisted for more than a week, suggesting that ketamine might be doing more than making the patients trip.
—Clayton Dalton, New Yorker, 13 Mar. 2026
However, several of his accounts have reportedly been removed in the past, suggesting his cumulative reach may be significantly higher.
—Fleurine Tideman, Glamour, 13 Mar. 2026
Arkansas Online, 14 Mar. 2026
Wilson’s move in 2013 to step down as chairman of the board came weeks after his comments in an interview suggesting that Lululemon products didn’t need to cater to larger women.
—Phil Wahba, Fortune, 14 Mar. 2026
At the same time, the afterglow radiation appeared harder than usual, suggesting the physical process behind the burst might differ from typical GRBs.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 14 Mar. 2026
His argument challenged nutrient-only thinking, instead suggesting that how our food is made may matter just as much as what’s in it.
—Marisa McMillan, Outside, 14 Mar. 2026
The front of the mouse arches down and spreads wide, suggesting the noggin of the snake it's named after.
—Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 14 Mar. 2026
But no one’s suggesting the former Duchess has joined the church of Scientology…yet.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 14 Mar. 2026
Curiously, the antidepressant effect emerged after the mind-altering experiences and persisted for more than a week, suggesting that ketamine might be doing more than making the patients trip.
—Clayton Dalton, New Yorker, 13 Mar. 2026
However, several of his accounts have reportedly been removed in the past, suggesting his cumulative reach may be significantly higher.
—Fleurine Tideman, Glamour, 13 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suggesting
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The complaint pointed to previous reporting from Fortune, which cited a Goldman Sachs projection from August 2025 indicating consumers had absorbed 22% of total tariffs costs, but were projected to bear 67% of those costs by October 2025 as more costs were passed down.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
13 Mar. 2026
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The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory detected the lava glowing inside the Halemaumau crater at the volcano's summit caldera through webcam images, indicating Kilauea had begun erupting.—
Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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The governor is recommending that lawmakers cut more than $600 million from the state’s operating budget.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
13 Mar. 2026
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The motion, introduced by Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson and Councilmember Ysabel Jurado, creates a three-member ad hoc committee tasked with reviewing all pending city matters related to Measure ULA and recommending next steps.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Eight months ago, production designers Misty Buckley and Alana Billingsley began proposing new ideas for the 2026 Academy Awards stage.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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Now the district is proposing layoffs and program cuts.—
Marissa Meador,
IndyStar,
13 Mar. 2026
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The firm estimates that US airlines alone could face around $24 billion in additional fuel costs, implying fares might need to rise by roughly 11% to fully offset the increase.—
Scott Campbell,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
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Futures market pricing is implying almost no chance of a rate cut, according to the CME Group’s FedWatch gauge.—
Jessica Dickler,
CNBC,
10 Mar. 2026
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The airport was advising passengers to arrive four to five hours before their flights but reduced the recommendation to three to four hours Monday night.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
10 Mar. 2026
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The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) supports these recommendations, advising that children as young as 1 can benefit from swimming lessons, depending on their emotional and physical development.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Mar. 2026
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In a new Instagram post, costume designer Mona May shared a behind-the-scenes photo posing with the couple at a screeing of Chalamet's film Marty Supreme.—
Meg Walters,
InStyle,
13 Mar. 2026
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Hydrogen is highly energetic and easy to ignite, posing the risk of an explosion if too much aggregates in one area.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN Money,
13 Mar. 2026
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General manager Dan Morgan told reporters at the NFL Scouting Combine that the Panthers wanted to get younger at the backup QB spot, hinting that the end for 38-year-old Andy Dalton in Charlotte could be close.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Mar. 2026
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Courtney Love and Melissa Auf der Maur are hinting that their grunge band Hole is going to reunite.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
5 Mar. 2026
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The hotel is also collaborating with government technical schools to develop a training program, contributing to educational advancement and offering a career path to residents.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
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Blume’s candid stories about puberty and adolescence continue to resonate with readers decades after publication, offering relatable insight into growing up.—
Whitney Friedlander,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Suggesting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suggesting. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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