1
as in indications
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 proposals
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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as in hints
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 suggestions
No affordable wheelchair vans yet, but suggestions, ideas, and genuine well wishes.
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Juli McDonald, CBS News, 19 May 2026
In the search for potential drugs targeting leukemia, the suggestions made by the system were prioritized based on a review by a panel of experts, who had access to the literature Co-Scientist used to formulate its suggestions.
—ArsTechnica, 19 May 2026
All while an advisor followed us making suggestions and taking notes.
—Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
Addressing Canal+‘s investment in UGC, one of France’s top exhibition chains, Saada sought to downplay suggestions of an imminent takeover while leaving the door open to a future acquisition.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 18 May 2026
Ahead, experts share the colors that will attract hummingbirds to your yard and offer suggestions for pollinator-friendly flowers in each shade.
—Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 18 May 2026
The list is compiled each year with suggestions from JPMorgan client advisors around the world and has become a popular guide for the wealthy looking for good summer beach reads.
—Robert Frank, CNBC, 18 May 2026
The suggestions offer insight into the decision-making process of each official.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 12 May 2026
For decades, Black passengers exchanged suggestions and warnings via word of mouth in barbershops, beauty parlors, train depots, churches, and even the Black press.
—Literary Hub, 11 May 2026
Juli McDonald, CBS News, 19 May 2026
In the search for potential drugs targeting leukemia, the suggestions made by the system were prioritized based on a review by a panel of experts, who had access to the literature Co-Scientist used to formulate its suggestions.
—ArsTechnica, 19 May 2026
All while an advisor followed us making suggestions and taking notes.
—Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
Addressing Canal+‘s investment in UGC, one of France’s top exhibition chains, Saada sought to downplay suggestions of an imminent takeover while leaving the door open to a future acquisition.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 18 May 2026
Ahead, experts share the colors that will attract hummingbirds to your yard and offer suggestions for pollinator-friendly flowers in each shade.
—Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 18 May 2026
The list is compiled each year with suggestions from JPMorgan client advisors around the world and has become a popular guide for the wealthy looking for good summer beach reads.
—Robert Frank, CNBC, 18 May 2026
The suggestions offer insight into the decision-making process of each official.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 12 May 2026
For decades, Black passengers exchanged suggestions and warnings via word of mouth in barbershops, beauty parlors, train depots, churches, and even the Black press.
—Literary Hub, 11 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suggestions
Noun
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While there are some indications of misuse, for many officers, the excess OT is unwanted.—
Jason Rodriguez,
New York Daily News,
16 May 2026
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However, there are indications that tokenized real estate may be moving beyond its early stages.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
Noun
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Further red flags involve clients skipping meetings, showing hesitation towards new proposals, and using vague language about future goals.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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The committee’s goal will be to come up with multiple project proposals, including rough cost estimates.—
Barbara Henry,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 May 2026
Noun
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During what was billed as the Steel Topping Out ceremony at new Nissan Stadium in November, Goodell was very complimentary of the franchise's facility, and even dropped hints that a Super Bowl could be headed to Nashville someday.—
Armando Salguero OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
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This House primary in Pennsylvania is giving hints about where the national Democratic Party is headed.—
Kayla Hayempour,
NBC news,
18 May 2026
Noun
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And some of the individuals who pulled down the turnovers might provide a few clues about the makeup of the new-look secondary, which is being restocked because Miami traded Minkah Fitzpatrick and opted to not re-sign any of last year’s starting cornerbacks and safeties.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
19 May 2026
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Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.—
Mark Cooper,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
Noun
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Demos at the show ran the gamut from movies and video clips to live soccer matches, navigation arrows, and turn-by-turn cues painted directly onto the road.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 May 2026
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More than a classic afternoon tea, the experience takes quiet cues from kaiseki, emphasizing balance, seasonality and artful presentation.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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Long before modern multiculturalism, the American founding itself drew heavily upon biblical ideas and categories rooted in the Torah.—
Ari Berman,
New York Daily News,
15 May 2026
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This brief genius window can make strategy clearer, reveal missing pieces, and turn vague ideas into usable next steps.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Suggestions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suggestions. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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