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as in supported
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as in hinted
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as in indicated
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 recommended
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 proposed
to set before the mind for consideration
might I suggest, for an appetizer, our jumbo shrimp cocktail?
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Recent Examples of suggested
Martha Bebinger, NPR, 9 Jan. 2026
Are there any natural alternatives to the suggested cleaning solutions?
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 25 Dec. 2025
Here’s a suggested syllabus, from our connoisseur.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 17 Oct. 2025
Customers looking for suggested dates for military or international addresses should visit the USPS holiday shipping page.
—Michelle Del Rey, Louisville Courier Journal, 4 Oct. 2025
The suggested retail price is $100 USD, and with only 45,000 bottles produced, availability is expected to taper quickly as collectors and fans of the Legacy Series add it to their shelves.
—Gina Pace, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
In February 2024, EHang announced a suggested retail price for the EH216-S of $410,000 for international markets.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025
If the top of your casserole is melted but not golden brown after the suggested baking time, place the pan under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes to add color.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 29 Aug. 2025
None of the many suggested definitions has been widely accepted.
—Dirk Schulze-Makuch, Big Think, 12 Aug. 2025
Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 7 Jan. 2026
Information widely available within the industry suggested that land movement related to hurricane activity was a threat to pipelines.
—Arkansas Online, 7 Jan. 2026
Although the venue’s exact location within Victoria Park is yet to be finalized, early studies by an an independent panel suggested that the stadium would occupy between 12% and 13% of its land.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 7 Jan. 2026
This can be an attractive opening, as Schoen himself suggested.
—Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
But this may not be the complete picture, scientists suggested in a 2020 study, published in the journal L'Anthropologie.
—Chas Newkey-Burden, TheWeek, 6 Jan. 2026
When Congress was writing the drug laws in the 1980s and ‘90s, it was thought that higher purity in meth suggested greater culpability.
—Kevin Krause, Dallas Morning News, 6 Jan. 2026
Steven Godfrey, a college football insider, has suggested that Swinney and the Arkansas Razorbacks could be an interesting match.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2025
Scientists have suggested that Enceladus, one of Saturn’s moons, has the long-term stability required for life to develop.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 10 Nov. 2025
Adjective
After the patient types in a description of the symptoms or problem, the AI tool sends a doctor a suggested diagnosis and treatment plan.
—Verb
Police said evidence suggested Salat was aware of the victim’s age and attempted to meet with the child in person.
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for suggested
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Fitness requirements and tour intensity are clearly indicated, helping travelers choose journeys suited to their abilities.—
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Comments from some of the company representatives indicated the president may need to do more convincing.—
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One idea leaders panned, though, was creating a line item for vouchers separate from the traditional K-12 budget — something the Senate, Governor’s Office and state auditors all recommended.—
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Ever since the Senate Select Committee on Nutrition and Human Needs’ 1977 Dietary Goals for Americans recommended reduced meat consumption, the meat and dairy lobbies have been battling nutritionists and other health professionals for the dietary soul of the American people.—
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Several red states have proposed legislation modeled on California's 2023 law, which bans four food additives.—
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Aleshire said the development firm proposed surrendering that portion of the property months ago as a gift to the city and the two parties have been in amicable negotiations since.—
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Newsom’s interview Monday on MS NOW, the cable channel beloved by Democratic politicians and activist voters, implied anew that his final year as governor will be dominated by his all-but-certain bid for the White House in 2028.—
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In the Christian version, a quid pro quo balance seems implied.—
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Drivers are advised to use extra caution this morning, allow greater following distance, and allow extra time to reach your destination.—
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Its co-chairman Leonard Leo has privately advised the governor on Florida Supreme Court appointments.—
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In one photo, Brinkley posed on a rocky shoreline as gentle waves rolled in behind her.—
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Back in December, the couple posed for a rare photo together on a New York City date night.—
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Blake ran in the Democratic primary for mayor and cross-endorsed Mamdani.—
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SwitchBot has hinted that many key features will require a subscription, which puts it in line with competing AI wearables.—
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The Panthers hinted on Wednesday that Newton would be the one to hit the Keep Pounding drum pregame, something fans have clamored for all week.—
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“Suggested.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suggested. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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