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
Schulman told Bloomberg the increase in comparable sales was the result of some consumers adding sides or ordering more premium proteins like steak, suggesting wealthier consumers are propping up Cava as others pull back.
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Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
While previous research has begun to highlight the association between dietary patterns and cognitive health, the authors point out that previous findings suggesting a link with dairy have been inconsistent.
—Hannah Millington, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
The researchers also found that more steps were linked to slower buildup of tau protein in the brain, suggesting that physical activity may directly influence one of the disease’s most damaging processes.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 5 Nov. 2025
But these goals were listed only after the calls for industrial upgrading and tech self-sufficiency – suggesting old priorities still prevail.
—Shaoyu Yuan, The Conversation, 5 Nov. 2025
Trump on Wednesday morning partly blamed the GOP for Tuesday’s losses, suggesting the ongoing government shutdown and his name not being on the ballot were contributing factors.
—The Hill Staff, The Hill, 5 Nov. 2025
These areas are crucial for integrating a person’s emotions and senses with their broader sense of identity, suggesting that fathers who more effectively engage in this contextualizing process during this new life stage tend to flourish.
—Anthony Vaccaro, Scientific American, 29 Oct. 2025
Kylie reacted to an idea floated by one of her viewers, suggesting that the family should all dress as Frozen's Elsa for Halloween.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
In confidential reports submitted to NASA, flight crews describe being overwhelmed by noxious fumes — struggling to stay conscious, land planes safely, or simply breathe — part of a larger body of evidence suggesting that contaminated cabin air is a recurring threat.
—Charlotte Observer, 29 Oct. 2025
Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
While previous research has begun to highlight the association between dietary patterns and cognitive health, the authors point out that previous findings suggesting a link with dairy have been inconsistent.
—Hannah Millington, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
The researchers also found that more steps were linked to slower buildup of tau protein in the brain, suggesting that physical activity may directly influence one of the disease’s most damaging processes.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 5 Nov. 2025
But these goals were listed only after the calls for industrial upgrading and tech self-sufficiency – suggesting old priorities still prevail.
—Shaoyu Yuan, The Conversation, 5 Nov. 2025
Trump on Wednesday morning partly blamed the GOP for Tuesday’s losses, suggesting the ongoing government shutdown and his name not being on the ballot were contributing factors.
—The Hill Staff, The Hill, 5 Nov. 2025
These areas are crucial for integrating a person’s emotions and senses with their broader sense of identity, suggesting that fathers who more effectively engage in this contextualizing process during this new life stage tend to flourish.
—Anthony Vaccaro, Scientific American, 29 Oct. 2025
Kylie reacted to an idea floated by one of her viewers, suggesting that the family should all dress as Frozen's Elsa for Halloween.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
In confidential reports submitted to NASA, flight crews describe being overwhelmed by noxious fumes — struggling to stay conscious, land planes safely, or simply breathe — part of a larger body of evidence suggesting that contaminated cabin air is a recurring threat.
—Charlotte Observer, 29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suggesting
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The interdisciplinary approach brought the duke’s life and death to a stunning clarity — indicating how analyses can shed new light on age-old mysteries, even murders.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Nov. 2025
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Three had New England winning by one score while three had Tampa Bay winning by one score, indicating that contest may be one of the most exciting of Week 10.—
Jacob Camenker,
USA Today,
9 Nov. 2025
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The almanac was a primary source of long-range weather predictions and agricultural information for farmers for generations, recommending planting times and helping farmers plan their commercial crops and energy usage.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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Why Trust Travel + Leisure John Lonsdale has spent over a decade testing products and recommending his favorite gifts for men.—
John Lonsdale,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Nov. 2025
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Actually, retail has to go beyond products because brands are proposing something different because our customers are expecting something different.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
10 Nov. 2025
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There was a similar outcry after Celine Song's Materialists, which (spoiler) ends with Chris Evans proposing with a daisy ring.—
Meg Walters,
Glamour,
9 Nov. 2025
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There were some very good hypotheses implying that diet and cigarette smoking might be linked, but it had never really been shown systematically or consistently.—
Veronique Greenwood,
Time,
6 Nov. 2025
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According to Bloomberg, the 12-month consensus price target on the new DuPont is about $44, implying that there’s still some more valuation upside to go.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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However, these sites are advising business owners to use mail carriers with a Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) option.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Nov. 2025
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The San Diego airport and others are advising passengers to arrive at least two hours before their departure time.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Nov. 2025
Verb
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After his death, Aldean took to Instagram to pay tribute to the Turning Point USA CEO, sharing a photo of him and his wife posing alongside Kirk.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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After posing on the red carpet, Brown, Harbour and the rest of the cast took the stage inside the Chinese Theatre, where they were introduced by the series’ creators, Matt and Ross Duffer.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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And strange things keep happening, hinting that maybe Georgia’s past isn’t willing to stay buried.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
5 Nov. 2025
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By hinting that his business was the victim of shape-shifting saboteurs, Westergaard distracted from the more prosaic story about the carelessness of his staff.—
Ava Kofman,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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Buyers fought over a limited supply, with those offering higher down payments and higher offers ultimately being favored by the market.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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But now some of Wall Street’s billionaires—even ones who backed candidates running against Mamdani—are offering their help in light of his win.—
Nino Paoli,
Fortune,
6 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Suggesting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suggesting. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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