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as in indication
a slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation)
if you don't want to give the suggestion that you're evading the truth, you must look your questioner in the eye
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2
as in proposal
something which is presented for consideration
no one had any better suggestions, so as usual we spent the afternoon at the basketball court
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3
as in hint
an almost imperceptible sign of something
we took care to avoid so much as even a suggestion of impropriety
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Recent Examples of suggestion
Here are suggestions for staying safe during a thunderstorm:
To minimize risk of being struck by lightning, when going outside, have a plan to get to a safer place.
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Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2025
The comments come in all forms, from substitutions of ingredients to interesting additions to serving suggestions.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 July 2025
At the time, the AAP also provided alternative suggestions for disciplining both younger and older children.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 30 July 2025
Feel free to send any tips, suggestions, story ideas and data to Ashley at ashley.capoot@nbcuni.com.
—Annika Kim Constantino,ashley Capoot, CNBC, 30 July 2025
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Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2025
The comments come in all forms, from substitutions of ingredients to interesting additions to serving suggestions.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 July 2025
At the time, the AAP also provided alternative suggestions for disciplining both younger and older children.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 30 July 2025
Feel free to send any tips, suggestions, story ideas and data to Ashley at ashley.capoot@nbcuni.com.
—Annika Kim Constantino,ashley Capoot, CNBC, 30 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suggestion
Noun
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This high level of volatility is a prima facie indication that professional forecasts will be difficult to interpret at best.—
George Calhoun,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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The joint practices against the Browns and Texans and the three-game preseason should give everyone a better indication of what Sanders is capable of.—
Mike Kaye
July 30,
Charlotte Observer,
30 July 2025
Noun
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Dearborn Wants Wards is gathering signatures for a ballot proposal to establish council seats based on geography.—
Niraj Warikoo,
Freep.com,
26 July 2025
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In addition, many EU Member States supported a proposal to the European Commission requesting simplification —a move that could also have implications for the implementation timeline.—
Simi Thambi,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Additionally, the long sleeves, which are also a major part of the design, evoke a hint of tastefulness.—
Essence,
Essence,
1 Aug. 2025
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But some parts of the country could feel a slight hint of autumn in the air over the weekend.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
1 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Brown crossword clue, featured as 12 Down in the USA Today Crossword on August 2, 2025.—
Sally Hoelscher,
USA Today,
2 Aug. 2025
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Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.—
Mark Cooper,
New York Times,
2 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Thoughtful choices can create cues for movement during the workday.—
Dilan Gomih,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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Our brains and bodies tend to remember dates—as well as smells, sounds, and visual cues—linked to a traumatic event in an attempt to protect us from future harm.—
Katie Simon,
Vogue,
29 July 2025
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Wood fostered a creative and fun-loving environment at WEBN, encouraging innovative ideas and pranks.—
Gillian Stawiszynski,
The Enquirer,
3 Aug. 2025
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Tom Williams—Getty Images Shortly before Trump called time on the negotiations on Saturday, some GOP Senators aired ideas for alternative ways to advance Trump’s nominees.—
Olivia-Anne Cleary,
Time,
3 Aug. 2025
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“Suggestion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suggestion. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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