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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
But Altman’s statement suggests the Pentagon agreed to similar restrictions with OpenAI’s models.
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Hadas Gold, CNN Money, 28 Feb. 2026
Although the underlying mechanisms may differ from tissue to tissue, and from organism to organism, the apparent ubiquity of these processes suggests that fracturing is a useful, if counterintuitive, way to sculpt tissues and their vital features.
—Clare Watson, Quanta Magazine, 27 Feb. 2026
That Messi entered at halftime and scored the game-winner off a penalty suggests his hamstring strain recovery has progressed well enough for meaningful minutes.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 27 Feb. 2026
The increase suggests businesses may be passing on higher costs from import tariffs to consumers.
—Lucia Mutikan, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
However, some research1 suggests that soaking basil seeds for a few hours to overnight can jumpstart germination.
—Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2026
Research suggests that the increase in estrogen and progesterone leading up to your period is responsible for sugar cravings.
—Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 27 Feb. 2026
Senior shopping editor Nashia Baker suggests that equipping your bathroom with a set of Quince’s cotton towels is the key to recreating the look and feel of a high-end hotel stay.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 27 Feb. 2026
As the name suggests, this design leans towards white.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 27 Feb. 2026
Hadas Gold, CNN Money, 28 Feb. 2026
Although the underlying mechanisms may differ from tissue to tissue, and from organism to organism, the apparent ubiquity of these processes suggests that fracturing is a useful, if counterintuitive, way to sculpt tissues and their vital features.
—Clare Watson, Quanta Magazine, 27 Feb. 2026
That Messi entered at halftime and scored the game-winner off a penalty suggests his hamstring strain recovery has progressed well enough for meaningful minutes.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 27 Feb. 2026
The increase suggests businesses may be passing on higher costs from import tariffs to consumers.
—Lucia Mutikan, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
However, some research1 suggests that soaking basil seeds for a few hours to overnight can jumpstart germination.
—Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2026
Research suggests that the increase in estrogen and progesterone leading up to your period is responsible for sugar cravings.
—Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 27 Feb. 2026
Senior shopping editor Nashia Baker suggests that equipping your bathroom with a set of Quince’s cotton towels is the key to recreating the look and feel of a high-end hotel stay.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 27 Feb. 2026
As the name suggests, this design leans towards white.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suggests
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This indicates that today’s genetic bottleneck is a more modern occurrence instead of a long-term feature of Irish goat populations.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
26 Feb. 2026
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And now, this—a new report indicates that Andrew has been banned from his favorite hobby and is no longer allowed to go horseback riding.—
Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
25 Feb. 2026
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The National Institutes of Health (NIH) COVID-19 Treatment Guidelines Panel recommends ivermectin not be used for treating COVID-19 outside of clinical trials.—
Clark Kauffman,
Iowa Capital Dispatch,
28 Feb. 2026
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Rosenthal recommends using the one-third rule, which means leaving one-third of the surface free in order to provide visual balance.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2026
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Now one lawmaker proposes to boost the state’s share.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
26 Feb. 2026
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The developer says the project could bring more than $600 million in revenue to Castle Pines in the next 40 years and that, along with up to nearly 4,000 homes, the project proposes 70 acres of open space.—
Olivia Young,
CBS News,
25 Feb. 2026
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Corporate America, Zandi implies, may soon find itself in the same position—committed not by decree, but by the sheer weight of investment, debt, and competitive pressure.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
3 Mar. 2026
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Goldman Sachs’ unchanged 12-month price target of $75 implies upside of 40% from the stock’s current levels.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
2 Mar. 2026
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Rousell advises viewing your space through a sensory lens that considers sound, color, texture, and fragrance.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Mar. 2026
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The Dubai Airports website advises travelers not to proceed to the airport unless they have been contacted directly by their airlines.—
Marnie Hunter,
CNN Money,
4 Mar. 2026
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Takeshi Ebisawa poses with a rocket launcher during a meeting with an informant and two undercover Danish police officers at a warehouse in Copenhagen, Denmark February 3, 2021, in a photograph from a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) criminal complaint.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2026
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Best Nylabone Power Play toys This ball has an erratic bounce due to its irregular shape, which keeps dogs entertained for longer and poses a challenge for dogs who are experts at catching regular balls.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
4 Mar. 2026
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If a family member hints about a sore topic or a roommate is audibly worried about space or bills, talk to them about it.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
24 Feb. 2026
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More than a month later, single-stair advocates are still waiting on that report — though a draft version obtained by CalMatters hints that the office may be considering a modest change to the state building code.—
Ben Christopher,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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On property, Shore Club offers guests complimentary non-motorized water sports equipment, like snorkels, sea kayaks, paddle boards, and hobie cats.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Feb. 2026
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And her charitable foundation provides numerous college scholarships and offers disaster relief.—
James Pollard,
Fortune,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Suggests.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suggests. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
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