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as in indicates
to convey an idea indirectly
this letter suggests that there's more going on than she's telling us
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as in recommends
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 proposes
to set before the mind for consideration
might I suggest, for an appetizer, our jumbo shrimp cocktail?
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Recent Examples of suggests
The evidence suggests that a seemingly random sequence in an innocuous GPS field is broadcast to any device that asks for positioning data (yes, that includes your phone).
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Alan Henry, PC Magazine, 12 June 2026
As the name suggests, the night was centered around facilitating deep conversations between strangers, a task much easier when phone usage is kept to a minimum, event organizers said.
—Audrey Pachuta, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2026
As its name suggests, the Official Vinyl Albums rundown looks solely at purchases on wax.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
The study suggests that glycogen may play a more expansive role in the brain than previously thought.
—Isabella Backman, Hartford Courant, 12 June 2026
Federal data suggests only about a third of teens are seeking summer work, down from 50% in earlier decades.
—Joel Mathis, TheWeek, 12 June 2026
The language switch has done nothing to lessen its global appeal, as a quick perusal of the YouTube comments suggests, though there are some jokes Jakubović acknowledges would be inscrutable outside Bosnia.
—ABC News, 12 June 2026
Saturday’s forecast suggests around a 50% chance of rain in the vicinity of the cave system, as Laos enters its annual rainy season.
—CNN Money, 30 May 2026
Research suggests wildfire mitigation work pays off.
—Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
Alan Henry, PC Magazine, 12 June 2026
As the name suggests, the night was centered around facilitating deep conversations between strangers, a task much easier when phone usage is kept to a minimum, event organizers said.
—Audrey Pachuta, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2026
As its name suggests, the Official Vinyl Albums rundown looks solely at purchases on wax.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
The study suggests that glycogen may play a more expansive role in the brain than previously thought.
—Isabella Backman, Hartford Courant, 12 June 2026
Federal data suggests only about a third of teens are seeking summer work, down from 50% in earlier decades.
—Joel Mathis, TheWeek, 12 June 2026
The language switch has done nothing to lessen its global appeal, as a quick perusal of the YouTube comments suggests, though there are some jokes Jakubović acknowledges would be inscrutable outside Bosnia.
—ABC News, 12 June 2026
Saturday’s forecast suggests around a 50% chance of rain in the vicinity of the cave system, as Laos enters its annual rainy season.
—CNN Money, 30 May 2026
Research suggests wildfire mitigation work pays off.
—Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suggests
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Recent research indicates that AI readiness is fundamentally a learning challenge rather than a technology purchasing decision.—
Michael Edmondson,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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An asterisk indicates that the artist is a caregiver.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
18 June 2026
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How to Use Offbeat Green in Your Home Sherwin-Williams recommends using Offbeat Green as an accent color throughout your home, bringing brightness to your kitchen cabinets and warmth to your bedroom furniture.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2026
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To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 June 2026
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The Willowgrove project proposes 1,250 units on a site north of Covell Boulevard and east of the Village Farms site.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2026
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No investor would accept a due diligence process run by someone with a financial stake in the outcome, yet that is the oversight model this rule proposes for $110 billion in public research funds paid by tax dollars.—
Kelly Fleming,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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At the same time, that quote and Ruth’s attitude also implies that nothing can be done to extinguish the fire in the perpetually burning building.—
Jen Chaney,
Vulture,
17 June 2026
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As the original name implies, its initial mission was producing shows for NBCU’s cable channels, primarily USA and Syfy.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
16 June 2026
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To minimize risks during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) advises incorporating frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
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University Hospitals advises travelers to assume that all water in developing countries is unsafe, noting that even a luxury hotel may share the same water and sewage system as a poor neighborhood nearby.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
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Lilypad also poses an existential threat to Bonnie's less mind-numbingly addictive toys, including Woody, Buzz, and Jessie, the last of whom takes center stage in this new movie.—
Eliana Dockterman,
Time,
18 June 2026
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This view, the article warns, poses significant AI safety implications.—
Andréa Morris,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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This hints that placing an order and being served with no human interaction may become as ordinary as having a robot complete your household chores.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
15 June 2026
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When asked about the possibility of fans growing attached to Charlie and Delilah as a couple, Harris hints that their story isn’t over yet – despite the Easter egg in the season finale implying that Charlie’s love interest from the books will be making an appearance soon.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
11 June 2026
Verb
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For student Samir Rios, the trip offers a chance to engage with a new community.—
Tania Francois,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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At a typical weekend festival, owner Sal Graci offers four roll varieties (and a couple of lemonades).—
USA TODAY Network,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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“Suggests.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suggests. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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