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
But in 2026, that dream may be out of reach, with recent studies suggesting that the average middle-class worker would need to save for 52 years to be classified as wealthy.
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Alexa Beck, Fortune, 15 Feb. 2026
Across all participants, body mass index stood out as one of the strongest drivers of oral microbial variation, suggesting the microbiome of the mouth may reflect a broader metabolic state.
—New Atlas, 14 Feb. 2026
The files have become yet another data point suggesting a deep rot inside of many American institutions.
—Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 14 Feb. 2026
Building influence In March 2017, Epstein continued to play the role of networker for Barrack, suggesting separately that Bill Gates and the Indian billionaire Amil Ambani meet with Barrack.
—Daniel Ruetenik, CBS News, 14 Feb. 2026
Will there be a scene in which these main characters pass each other in their cars, either on the freeway or a main thoroughfare, thus suggesting that their fates are inevitably intertwined?
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 13 Feb. 2026
Importantly, the tool was rated as both usable and acceptable, suggesting that digital interfaces can support safer decision-making when integrated thoughtfully into the medication-use process.
—Mark A. Munger, STAT, 13 Feb. 2026
Musk has regularly expressed his ambitions in space travel, previously suggesting colonizing Mars.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 9 Feb. 2026
Speaking on Sunday, Iranian judiciary chief Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei made comments suggesting harsh prison sentences awaited many.
—CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026
Alexa Beck, Fortune, 15 Feb. 2026
Across all participants, body mass index stood out as one of the strongest drivers of oral microbial variation, suggesting the microbiome of the mouth may reflect a broader metabolic state.
—New Atlas, 14 Feb. 2026
The files have become yet another data point suggesting a deep rot inside of many American institutions.
—Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 14 Feb. 2026
Building influence In March 2017, Epstein continued to play the role of networker for Barrack, suggesting separately that Bill Gates and the Indian billionaire Amil Ambani meet with Barrack.
—Daniel Ruetenik, CBS News, 14 Feb. 2026
Will there be a scene in which these main characters pass each other in their cars, either on the freeway or a main thoroughfare, thus suggesting that their fates are inevitably intertwined?
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 13 Feb. 2026
Importantly, the tool was rated as both usable and acceptable, suggesting that digital interfaces can support safer decision-making when integrated thoughtfully into the medication-use process.
—Mark A. Munger, STAT, 13 Feb. 2026
Musk has regularly expressed his ambitions in space travel, previously suggesting colonizing Mars.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 9 Feb. 2026
Speaking on Sunday, Iranian judiciary chief Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei made comments suggesting harsh prison sentences awaited many.
—CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suggesting
Verb
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Fire Rescue officials said the pedestrian was a level one trauma alert, indicating severe injuries.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
20 Feb. 2026
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Who said what The backcountry expedition set out Sunday morning, shortly after the Sierra Avalanche Center issued an avalanche watch for the area, indicating that large avalanches were likely in the following 24 to 48 hours.—
Peter Weber,
TheWeek,
19 Feb. 2026
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When the product delivers clear value and distinctive experiences at sea and ashore, travel agents feel confident recommending the brand.—
Adam Goldstein,
Fortune,
19 Feb. 2026
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Here’s a look at the titles that had listeners reluctantly pressing pause and enthusiastically recommending them.—
Ashlee Conour,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2026
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The bill aims to bring more efficiency and transparency to the state’s popular school-voucher program by proposing the separation of private-school voucher funds from public-school funds.—
Natalie La Roche Pietri,
Miami Herald,
21 Feb. 2026
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While previous owners left modern renderings proposing extensive redesigns, Gee said his approach will prioritize preservation.—
Brendel Clark,
Freep.com,
21 Feb. 2026
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The firm upgraded the oil and gas giant to buy and updated its price target to $205, implying that shares of Chevron could rise 13% from here.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
17 Feb. 2026
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Seattle is currently +800 (8-to-1) to win a second straight title, implying a roughly 11 percent chance of a repeat.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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For example, media scrutiny and social media attention around an executive’s relationship with Epstein could cost a Wall Street bank a lucrative role advising on an IPO or a mega merger.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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Duvall was a master of subtlety as an Irishman among Italians, rarely at the center of a scene, but often listening and advising in the background, an irreplaceable thread through the saga of the Corleone crime family.—
BOB THOMAS THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
17 Feb. 2026
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Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip posing for a family photo with their four children outside at Frogmore House in Windsor.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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Those encounters can quickly escalate, posing a danger to students and the public, the Police Department said.—
Alex Wigglesworth,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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Richards counterattacked Mattox, hinting he’d been involved in shady deals and challenging his ethics and finances.—
Gromer Jeffers Jr,
Dallas Morning News,
16 Feb. 2026
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Manufacturing posted an upside surprise, hinting that hiring may be stabilizing in parts of the economy that had struggled through much of 2025.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
11 Feb. 2026
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Surveillance footage About two hours after the shooting, a neighbor came forward offering their surveillance camera footage.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
16 Feb. 2026
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From supporters who are driving hours just to place yellow flowers at Guthrie's home, to her local church offering Sunday prayers in her honor, people across the country are tapping in to show their love for the family.—
Liz Kreutz,
NBC news,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Suggesting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suggesting. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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