1
as in indicating
to convey an idea indirectly
this letter suggests that there's more going on than she's telling us
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2
as in recommending
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 proposing
to set before the mind for consideration
might I suggest, for an appetizer, our jumbo shrimp cocktail?
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Recent Examples of suggesting
Not long after, that source became unreachable, suggesting the blackout had widened even further.
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CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
By season's end, Pine and his boss, Angela Burr (Colman), succeeded in bringing Roper down, with the finale suggesting Roper's violent end at the hands of his own buyers.
—Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Jan. 2026
There has been a lot of chatter suggesting that, at some point, the two shows might somehow merge.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 8 Jan. 2026
The emphasis is on providing a clear picture of what is happening, without suggesting how readers should feel about it.
—William Jones, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
Then there were the respondents who questioned the endeavor, suggesting Ingoglia had much bigger fish to fry at the state level.
—Jeffrey S. Solochek, Sun Sentinel, 8 Jan. 2026
Traces of plant toxins were found on quartz Stone Age arrowheads in South Africa, the oldest known example, suggesting paleolithic hunters had more sophisticated techniques than previously thought.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Dokoupil also put out his own message, suggesting mainstream organizations are no longer always reliable sources of information.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
Mayor Quinton Lucas went further, suggesting the requirement should not apply at all to facilities funded by the city’s public safety sales tax.
—David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suggesting
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The interdisciplinary approach brought the duke’s life and death to a stunning clarity — indicating how analyses can shed new light on age-old mysteries, even murders.—
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Three had New England winning by one score while three had Tampa Bay winning by one score, indicating that contest may be one of the most exciting of Week 10.—
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The almanac was a primary source of long-range weather predictions and agricultural information for farmers for generations, recommending planting times and helping farmers plan their commercial crops and energy usage.—
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Why Trust Travel + Leisure John Lonsdale has spent over a decade testing products and recommending his favorite gifts for men.—
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In their latest documents, Boucher Brothers and Major Food Group are proposing to demolish the existing Nikki Beach building and erect a new structure.—
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San Diego City Councilmember Sean Elo-Rivera is proposing a tax on short-term vacation rentals that could amount to thousands of dollars per room, and a levy on second homes that owners aren’t renting out long-term.—
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The firm also raised its price target to $63 from $61, implying nearly 13% upside from Thursday's close.—
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Trump seems to be implying that Maduro was waging not just a war with drugs against the United States, but also a war with people.—
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When skiing, a guide skis behind Paul and provides instruction, telling him when to turn and advising him of the conditions ahead.—
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Chan has also consulted for a number of fashion brands, advising them on media and marketing strategy.—
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Allen, who couldn't attend the award show in person due to his football responsibilities, reposted a photo of Steinfeld posing on the red carpet in chic maternity style to his Instagram Stories.—
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Users have prompted the chatbot to generate images of people in bikinis and posing suggestively, causing distress to hundreds of thousands of women worldwide.—
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The White House press secretary noted that the Department of Justice has convicted and prosecuted nearly 100 defendants in Minnesota so far, hinting that there may be more charges forthcoming for others based on additional reporting.—
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Of those participating, Richie Laryea, Mathieu Choinière, Jonathan Osorio and Joel Waterman are among those most likely in frame for the 2026 World Cup, while wild card Marcelo Flores will also participate, hinting that a full-time switch from Mexico to Canada could be in the cards.—
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Its interior pocket has a 2-liter capacity, offering plenty of room for a phone, wallet, keychain, and other necessities.—
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That’s where the Kate Spade Outlet comes in, offering polished, functional purses at steep discounts.—
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“Suggesting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suggesting. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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