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as in doubts
a feeling or attitude that one does not know the truth, truthfulness, or trustworthiness of someone or something
all his promises were received with well-deserved suspicion
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as in hints
a very small amount
new parents who were alarmed by just a suspicion of a rash on their baby's chest
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as in guesses
to form an opinion from little or no evidence
no one will ever suspicion that I'm the one who pulled the prank
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Recent Examples of suspicions
Cbs Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
Point out your observations about the family dynamics and tell her your suspicions — namely, that your siblings blame her for breaking up their family.
—Harriette Cole, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2026
Roberts confirmed Wrobleski’s suspicions that the decision to have somebody else pitch the ninth was precautionary.
—Doug Padilla, Oc Register, 14 Apr. 2026
Nonetheless, nasty rumors circulated for a time — most casting unfounded suspicions on Jordan’s family, for little reason beyond their being Indigenous people.
—Dennis Harvey, Variety, 11 Apr. 2026
The changes in stocks have come along with suspicions that some traders may benefit from inside information.
—Steve Inskeep, NPR, 7 Apr. 2026
After weeks of rumors in March that Batula and Wilson had began a romantic relationship, the duo confirmed suspicions (and broke the internet) with a joint statement on March 31.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 7 Apr. 2026
Boasberg claimed that the government has yet to produce any evidence supporting those suspicions.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 3 Apr. 2026
Despite the gamble, the scroll declared Genevieve was not safe — and her suspicions were confirmed when every vote had her name on it, sending her out of the game.
—Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 2 Apr. 2026
Noun
The investigation began on April 2, 2026, when one of the victims reported her suspicions to school officials.
—Cbs Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
Point out your observations about the family dynamics and tell her your suspicions — namely, that your siblings blame her for breaking up their family.
—Harriette Cole, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2026
Roberts confirmed Wrobleski’s suspicions that the decision to have somebody else pitch the ninth was precautionary.
—Doug Padilla, Oc Register, 14 Apr. 2026
Nonetheless, nasty rumors circulated for a time — most casting unfounded suspicions on Jordan’s family, for little reason beyond their being Indigenous people.
—Dennis Harvey, Variety, 11 Apr. 2026
The changes in stocks have come along with suspicions that some traders may benefit from inside information.
—Steve Inskeep, NPR, 7 Apr. 2026
After weeks of rumors in March that Batula and Wilson had began a romantic relationship, the duo confirmed suspicions (and broke the internet) with a joint statement on March 31.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 7 Apr. 2026
Boasberg claimed that the government has yet to produce any evidence supporting those suspicions.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 3 Apr. 2026
Despite the gamble, the scroll declared Genevieve was not safe — and her suspicions were confirmed when every vote had her name on it, sending her out of the game.
—Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 2 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suspicions
Noun
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The doubts being voiced by these major investors has turbocharged the push by the private equity sector to reach into individual retirement accounts.—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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But doubts about their mentality continue to creep in and injuries to key players are piling up.—
Jackie Powell,
NBC news,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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After starring in 2024’s Deadpool & Wolverine, Marvel fans have been wondering where the character would go next, and in a new interview, Reynolds shared some hints.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
21 Apr. 2026
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As for the cast, the players can only tease so much about the first campaign so far, but did give hints about their characters’ motivations.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
16 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Seitz guesses this is what drew Audree in.—
Meena Duerson,
CNN Money,
11 Apr. 2026
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Anyone who guesses the date the snow pile will be fully melted can win a $20 Freedom card, good for a few train rides.—
Joe Brandt,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2026
Noun
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There are no easy answers in education, but there are glimmers of hope.—
Abby McCloskey,
Twin Cities,
12 Apr. 2026
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While the storm is looming, there are new glimmers of possibility—friends can become lovers, strangers can become friends on the subway, the supermarket aisles are charged with meaning.—
Andrew Marantz,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Chilli, who assumes that her daughter wants to play out a happier ending, announces that the bird has survived.—
Jean Garnett,
New Yorker,
18 Apr. 2026
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That assumes, of course, that Moreno opts to sell.—
Bill Shaikin,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
Noun
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My grandmother’s version typically called just for the addition of generous sprinklings of Lawry’s garlic salt and black pepper—and that’s it.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
5 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Citi said about 90% of its overhaul is complete, and Mayo suspects more upside will come as it is completed.—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
15 Apr. 2026
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As a secret organization called Metronome declares war to eliminate them, an agent named Lema suspects a hidden truth and launches an investigation to find the real enemy.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
13 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Keep an eye out for tiny brown or orange specks, especially around door edges, undercarriage, and seams.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
25 Mar. 2026
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Keep an eye out for tiny brown or orange specks, especially around door edges, undercarriage and seams.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Suspicions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suspicions. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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