1
as in to indicate
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 to recommend
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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3
as in to propose
to set before the mind for consideration
might I suggest, for an appetizer, our jumbo shrimp cocktail?
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Recent Examples of suggest
Early counters his assertion, suggesting that Unique’s brother, Ronnie (Grantham Coleman), may not have acted alone.
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Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 6 Mar. 2025
However, some have highlighted early warning signs, like the decline in discretionary spending in the Bureau of Economic Analysis' most recent consumer spending report, suggesting that Americans are bracing for potential economic challenges.
—Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 6 Mar. 2025
What's more, history suggests that this path will bode well for them.
—Chris Yogerst / Made By History, TIME, 6 Mar. 2025
Vance publicly suggested defying a court order, and Musk is increasingly calling for the judges who block the administration to be impeached.
—Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 6 Mar. 2025
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Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 6 Mar. 2025
However, some have highlighted early warning signs, like the decline in discretionary spending in the Bureau of Economic Analysis' most recent consumer spending report, suggesting that Americans are bracing for potential economic challenges.
—Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 6 Mar. 2025
What's more, history suggests that this path will bode well for them.
—Chris Yogerst / Made By History, TIME, 6 Mar. 2025
Vance publicly suggested defying a court order, and Musk is increasingly calling for the judges who block the administration to be impeached.
—Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suggest
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The alert indicates that neither any of the children nor Lauren had been seen or heard from in at least 48 hours as of Thursday night.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
7 Mar. 2025
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The Supreme Court's refusal to immediately grant Trump's request combined with its ruling ordering him to unfreeze the foreign aid this week indicates Barrett and Roberts are, at least to some extent, willing to side against Trump in legal challenges.—
Tommy Tuberville,
Newsweek,
7 Mar. 2025
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts Been there, done this—can’t recommend it enough.—
Jennifer Adams,
StyleCaster,
26 Feb. 2025
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To get the most bang for your buck and to get the best selection of homes, Vrbo recommends booking your vacation home at least two months before travel dates.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
26 Feb. 2025
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The tariffs were first proposed in early February and then delayed for 30 days on Mexican and Canadian imports in response to concessions from the two nations on immigration issues.—
Seema Mehta,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2025
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These hometown dates can either strengthen a connection or expose major red flags, as families step in to question, challenge, and possibly approve the man who may propose at the end of this wild ride.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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This implies a very strong Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 2.8% (vs. 19.7% for S&P 500).—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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For the full year: Total revenue in the range of $40.5 billion to $40.9 billion, implying between 7% to 8% growth.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
27 Feb. 2025
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The loss of jobs and funding have impacted deep-red districts that went for Trump, whose constituents have delivered such blistering feedback at town halls that GOP leaders have advised Republicans in Congress to quit appearing at such events.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
7 Mar. 2025
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For instance, a donor with a strong financial background could offer guidance on budgeting or cost management, while someone with technology expertise could advise on software solutions for data collection.—
Victoria Philips,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Their members pose a danger to the public and law enforcement.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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The 29-year-old posed for photos at the 97th annual Academy Awards in a yellow custom Givenchy suit.—
Lexi Carson,
The Hollywood Reporter,
3 Mar. 2025
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Kennedy’s response to the measles outbreak, like those of others in his movement, hints that this unusual degree of apathy is likely to continue.—
Benjamin Mazer,
The Atlantic,
27 Feb. 2025
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Despite the canine appearing to be asleep, her owner hinted that this peaceful nap was nothing but an act.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
Newsweek,
26 Feb. 2025
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While competitors like OpenAI's Sora offer services at $20 to $200 monthly, Veo 2's pricing suggests it's designed for high-budget productions, who are going to be put off more by the ongoing challenges in maintaining consistency in complex scenes than by the price.—
Charlie Fink,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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Firefly Aerospace, meanwhile, is offering daily Blue Ghost mission updates on its website and has set up its own YouTube feed for landing day.—
Tariq Malik,
Space.com,
1 Mar. 2025
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“Suggest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suggest. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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