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as in indications
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 proposals
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 hints
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 suggestions
The King and his youngest son recently met, and though the meeting was reportedly positive, there have been suggestions of sabotage from Harry’s camp in regards to how some information has leaked.
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Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 3 Oct. 2025
With high school training techniques evolving, there are numerous suggestions, including the possibility that individual quarterback coaching can cement specific bad habits.
—Noah White, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
The bride's cousin agreed with fellow Redditors' suggestions.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
Those at the city council find these suggestions baffling.
—Pol Ballús, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
This new policy signals a move from passive suggestions to active intervention.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 30 Sep. 2025
Now, the woman seems to be replete with suggestions, boding well for yet another January birthday to keep the holiday spirit going.
—Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
Users can also connect Gmail and Google Calendar to provide additional context for what OpenAI calls more relevant suggestions.
—Benj Edwards, ArsTechnica, 25 Sep. 2025
Nuptio 2-Piece Decorative Lantern Candle Holder Another one of O’Brien’s key suggestions is to focus on lighting.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025
Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 3 Oct. 2025
With high school training techniques evolving, there are numerous suggestions, including the possibility that individual quarterback coaching can cement specific bad habits.
—Noah White, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
The bride's cousin agreed with fellow Redditors' suggestions.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
Those at the city council find these suggestions baffling.
—Pol Ballús, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
This new policy signals a move from passive suggestions to active intervention.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 30 Sep. 2025
Now, the woman seems to be replete with suggestions, boding well for yet another January birthday to keep the holiday spirit going.
—Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
Users can also connect Gmail and Google Calendar to provide additional context for what OpenAI calls more relevant suggestions.
—Benj Edwards, ArsTechnica, 25 Sep. 2025
Nuptio 2-Piece Decorative Lantern Candle Holder Another one of O’Brien’s key suggestions is to focus on lighting.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suggestions
Noun
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All indications are that Jarry and Šilovs are going to start the season in Pittsburgh, while Murashov is going to receive a heavy AHL workload.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
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In Colorado, Polis and Denver Mayor Mike Johnston have said there are no indications that similar deployments are planned here.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
30 Sep. 2025
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Use tools like QuickBooks or Wave for invoicing, create templates for common emails and proposals, and block out time each week for administrative work.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
1 Oct. 2025
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The pool of applicants will now have a chance to showcase those proposals, in the wake of Rockies general manager Bill Schmidt stepping down on Wednesday morning.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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Unlike traditional candles that require an open flame, these lamps gently melt your favorite wax from the top down, filling your space with hints of Honeycrisp apple and vanilla pumpkin safely and efficiently.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Oct. 2025
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OpenAI’s actions also provide hints.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Authorities continue to scour the rubble to gather evidence, including searching for clues on the cause of the fire that engulfed the complex, a law enforcement source briefed on the investigation told CNN.—
Holly Yan,
CNN Money,
29 Sep. 2025
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Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.—
Mark Cooper,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Flyback Chronograph This high-octane flyback chronograph from Roger Dubuis takes its cues from Lamborghini Squadra Corse’s SC63 hypercar, which is campaigned in the Le Mans Daytona Hybrid (LMDh) class.—
Carol Besler,
Robb Report,
3 Oct. 2025
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Other designs seen throughout the performance included the Cassia Annmac taking cues from the soft cocoon of leg warmers; the Cassiasticina evoking ballerina slippers and the Ruben style, the first Cassia creation in the men’s range.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
3 Oct. 2025
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Its all-new Coffee Caramel Silk Pie creation, featuring bold coffee and caramel, came from customers submitting and voting on pie flavor ideas, the company said.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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But even as her pioneering business ideas have become the surest way for creators to make money online, she’s largely been forgotten.—
Mark Dent,
HubSpot,
26 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Suggestions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suggestions. Accessed 5 Oct. 2025.
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