1
as in guesses
to form an opinion from little or no evidence
we suspected that the runaway was a little younger than the 16 she claimed to be—more like 13
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2
as in doubts
to have no trust or confidence in
I suspected him from the moment he said he was an old friend of my sister's, since I probably would have heard about him
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Recent Examples of suspects
Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 2 Oct. 2025
One of the suspects was found guilty of first-degree murder in June 2021, among a list of other charges, while the other suspect pleaded guilty in early 2020 to 17 counts, including murder charges.
—Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2025
Doug Myers, CBS News, 20 Mar. 2026
Israel suspects Khamenei was wounded.
—Dallas Morning News, 17 Mar. 2026
Israel suspects Khamenei was wounded at the start of the war.
—Jon Gambrell, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
But Tonko suspects that at least some of the resistance has to do with money.
—Mckay Coppins, The Atlantic, 12 Mar. 2026
When terror suspects’ names appear in headlines — particularly when fireworks or homemade devices are mentioned — Weimer said the response inside Phantom Fireworks is almost automatic.
—Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Additionally, Bridgman suspects staff aren’t giving Fraraccio his seizure medication as prescribed.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Mar. 2026
In a view shared by many Jews, Aleph suspects that the Messianic movement is a facade — a deceitful tactic aimed at proselytization.
—Asaf Elia-Shalev, Sun Sentinel, 9 Mar. 2026
Gyllenhaal suspects Shelley wasn’t finished.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 6 Mar. 2026
Noun
Deem fired his weapon at the suspects, but no injuries were reported, and the disturbance suspect has not been apprehended.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 2 Oct. 2025
One of the suspects was found guilty of first-degree murder in June 2021, among a list of other charges, while the other suspect pleaded guilty in early 2020 to 17 counts, including murder charges.
—Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2025
Verb
Atmos also urged anyone who suspects a natural gas leak to leave the area immediately and, from a safe distance, call 911 and its 24‑hour emergency line at (866) 322‑8667.
—Doug Myers, CBS News, 20 Mar. 2026
Israel suspects Khamenei was wounded.
—Dallas Morning News, 17 Mar. 2026
Israel suspects Khamenei was wounded at the start of the war.
—Jon Gambrell, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
But Tonko suspects that at least some of the resistance has to do with money.
—Mckay Coppins, The Atlantic, 12 Mar. 2026
When terror suspects’ names appear in headlines — particularly when fireworks or homemade devices are mentioned — Weimer said the response inside Phantom Fireworks is almost automatic.
—Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Additionally, Bridgman suspects staff aren’t giving Fraraccio his seizure medication as prescribed.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Mar. 2026
In a view shared by many Jews, Aleph suspects that the Messianic movement is a facade — a deceitful tactic aimed at proselytization.
—Asaf Elia-Shalev, Sun Sentinel, 9 Mar. 2026
Gyllenhaal suspects Shelley wasn’t finished.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 6 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suspects
Noun
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The five defendants face a minimum of 10 years in prison and a maximum of life in prison.—
Brandon Downs,
CBS News,
19 Mar. 2026
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Defense lawyers also claimed that four secret decrees Francis signed giving prosecutors wide-ranging powers to investigate violated the defendants' right to a fair trial.—
NICOLE WINFIELD THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
18 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Anyone who guesses the date the snow pile will be fully melted can win a $20 Freedom card, good for a few train rides.—
Joe Brandt,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2026
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There will be times when Bader guesses right and takes a good pass and hits a lineout.—
Andrew Baggarly,
New York Times,
31 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Even then, Bridgman doubts Fraraccio’s competency can ever be restored.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Mar. 2026
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Kajsa Ollongren, the European Union’s special representative for human rights, doubts that the US-Israeli war in Iran will result in regime change in the country.—
Morgan Chalfant,
semafor.com,
9 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Toss clutter culprits like takeout containers, mismatched lids, and unused small appliances.—
Heather Bien,
The Spruce,
14 Mar. 2026
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The culprits, however, have gotten off with a less severe punishment.—
Madison Dapcevich,
Outside,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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All the this, however, assumes something more complete than what the Heat offered Saturday against the Magic.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Mar. 2026
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The measurement assumes the buyer has a 20% down payment, which in this case would be $80,360.—
Sarah Agostino,
CNBC,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Cornyn is fighting for a fifth term in the Senate as Paxton questions his conservative credentials.—
Joe Walsh,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2026
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That nobody ever questions Louise is part of the conceit.—
Malavika Kannan,
Vulture,
3 Mar. 2026
Noun
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That way, even if your data circulates, criminals have a harder time breaking in.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
14 Mar. 2026
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By demanding justice and dignity for the drug-war dead, were nuns, priests, pastors, and other sympathizers not protecting criminals?—
Sheila Coronel,
The Atlantic,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Leo’s fine, one supposes, as evil plantation owner Calvin Candie, but the role is not a natural fit for him.—
Tim Grierson,
Vulture,
26 Sep. 2025
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The first theory supposes that the Big Bang produced dense spots that didn’t collapse immediately.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Suspects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suspects. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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