1
as in spicy
hinting at or intended to call to mind matters regarded as indecent
making unwelcome suggestive remarks to a subordinate will be regarded as sexual harassment
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2
as in reminiscent
provoking a memory or mental association
a haunting and suggestive song about a long-lost love
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3
as in revealing
clearly conveying a special meaning (as one's mood)
the dog's aggressive behavior is suggestive of some past mistreatment
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Recent Examples of suggestive
All of this is suggestive of changes across this section of America.
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John Werner, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
Furthermore, the decomposition of the body at the time of discovery complicates interpretation of sometimes minute physical findings suggestive of asphyxia.
—Michael Dorgan , Alexandra Koch , Bill Melugin , Garrett Tenney, FOXNews.com, 22 July 2025
According to the outlet, the message appears to bear Trump’s signature and included a suggestive drawing.
—Julia Mueller, The Hill, 29 July 2025
The move follows a $10 billion defamation lawsuit Trump filed against the Journal and Rupert Murdoch over a story linking him to Jeffrey Epstein via a suggestive birthday letter.
—Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 July 2025
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John Werner, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
Furthermore, the decomposition of the body at the time of discovery complicates interpretation of sometimes minute physical findings suggestive of asphyxia.
—Michael Dorgan , Alexandra Koch , Bill Melugin , Garrett Tenney, FOXNews.com, 22 July 2025
According to the outlet, the message appears to bear Trump’s signature and included a suggestive drawing.
—Julia Mueller, The Hill, 29 July 2025
The move follows a $10 billion defamation lawsuit Trump filed against the Journal and Rupert Murdoch over a story linking him to Jeffrey Epstein via a suggestive birthday letter.
—Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suggestive
Adjective
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Inside this keepsake case is an Earthy and complex blend of warm cedarwood, deep myrrh resin, and spicy clove.—
Dan Michel,
Robb Report,
7 Aug. 2025
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This casserole has all the flavors of your favorite Buffalo wings—spicy chicken, lots of cheese, carrots, and celery.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
7 Aug. 2025
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Christian's farm stay was reminiscent of another royal's similar trip, as Prince Harry worked on a farm in Australia after graduating from Eton in 2003 and before starting Sandhurst. Can't get enough of PEOPLE's Royals coverage?—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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The department has turned to memes and other images that are reminiscent of wartime propaganda in its attempt to boost ICE recruitment.—
Conor Murray,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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My clothes were too bright, too revealing, too downright American and my upbringing had not prepared me for life inside the orbit of British aristocracy.—
Alisha Fernandez Miranda,
People.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Claire Huie’s interview with Robert Springsteen back in 2009 is very revealing.—
Addie Morfoot,
Variety,
3 Aug. 2025
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Her choice to respond by telling me to 'shut the f*** up' and to 'calm my p*****' was vulgar, dismissive and escalated the issue entirely.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Aug. 2025
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As deadly wildfires raged across Southern California in January, a Los Angeles city official lamented to the city council and others how they were forced to listen to hateful, vulgar language from some members of the public.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Two of the game’s most brilliant villains have matured into eloquent eulogists.—
Simon Vozick-Levinson,
Rolling Stone,
30 June 2025
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The gleaming veneer of artificial intelligence has captivated the world, with large language models producing eloquent responses that often seem indistinguishable from human thought.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Republican Senator Susan Collins, viewed as the most moderate in the Senate, for instance, has won reelection in recent years despite the state's blue tint in other races.—
Andrew Stanton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Aug. 2025
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At its heart sits Viti, a striking blue crater lake that steams invitingly in contrast to the stark black landscape.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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Bharatnatyam dances known for intricate footwork and expressive gesture.—
Dominick Williams
August 17,
Kansas City Star,
17 Aug. 2025
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Justin Rose is well known for his expressive displays on the golf course.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Aug. 2025
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Charges over the first two nights have included assault with a deadly weapon, homicide, drug possession with intent to distribute, unlawful entry, resisting arrest, lewd acts, stalking, reckless driving, and driving under the influence, the official said.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
13 Aug. 2025
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White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said some of those arrested had charges for homicide, weapons violations, lewd acts, and stalking.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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“Suggestive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suggestive. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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