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as in indication
a slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation)
if you don't want to give the suggestion that you're evading the truth, you must look your questioner in the eye
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2
as in proposal
something which is presented for consideration
no one had any better suggestions, so as usual we spent the afternoon at the basketball court
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3
as in hint
an almost imperceptible sign of something
we took care to avoid so much as even a suggestion of impropriety
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Recent Examples of suggestion
The suggestion drew immediate pushback from top Democrats.
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Lawrence Andrea, jsonline.com, 3 Sep. 2025
There have been various suggestions about how to account for this unprecedented event.
—Tax Notes Staff, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
In the meantime, both Pasricha and Johnson had a straightforward suggestions for the next time that nature calls.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 3 Sep. 2025
Thirty members strong, the Unity Council would be given topics to discuss solutions for and then submit a suggestion to the city council.
—Rachel Royster
september 2, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Sep. 2025
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Lawrence Andrea, jsonline.com, 3 Sep. 2025
There have been various suggestions about how to account for this unprecedented event.
—Tax Notes Staff, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
In the meantime, both Pasricha and Johnson had a straightforward suggestions for the next time that nature calls.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 3 Sep. 2025
Thirty members strong, the Unity Council would be given topics to discuss solutions for and then submit a suggestion to the city council.
—Rachel Royster
september 2, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suggestion
Noun
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The Globe’s decision to stand by McCarthy is the latest in a series of indications that newsroom culture is shifting radically to match this backlash moment.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The Wall Street Journal, along with other News Corp assets, will also remain under the same strategic vision, with no indication of major change in governance or content direction.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Easley, Nunn and Cline have also been the sole board members to vote against several other proposals, including the approval of this year’s budget.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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With the sandboxing proposal, companies could identify regulations that are obstructing their efforts, and ask for a waiver.—
Emily Wilkins,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Meanwhile, glitter shadow spilled under her eyes, filling in her waterline next to a brown eyeliner with hints of gold.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
5 Sep. 2025
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The Crafted Flatzz are available in five different artisanal recipes, according to Pizza Hut, including a Three Cheese Flatzz that is layered with sweet marinara sauce, mozzarella, parmesan, Romano and a hint of oregano.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Those figures should tell us, or at least offer clues, as to how the summer’s transfer business was paid for, and whether more spending will be possible come January.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Use these clues to narrow down your guesses.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In a market where a single video can send demand soaring overnight, RealSelf is taking cues from the industry and is giving itself a makeover.—
Tanya Benedicto Klich,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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But then things suddenly get very serious when Zem and Salia wind up falling in love, leading to a tragic denouement at the hands of ALMA, followed by an obvious music cue that must have cost a fortune.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In the midst of feeling helpless, Kate said an idea took shape to commemorate the victims.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Sep. 2025
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And the 18-year-old Mastantuono has already brought fresh ideas to Madrid’s attack.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Suggestion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suggestion. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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