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as in indicates
to convey an idea indirectly
this letter suggests that there's more going on than she's telling us
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as in recommends
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 proposes
to set before the mind for consideration
might I suggest, for an appetizer, our jumbo shrimp cocktail?
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Recent Examples of suggests
Early evidence suggests autonomous driving technology may help improve road safety and reduce crashes.
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Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 27 Oct. 2025
Glassman suggests diversifying risk with Treasurys, corporate bonds and perhaps a credit fund, like a bank loan or high-yield bond fund.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2025
The leading theory behind the moon’s formation suggests that in the earliest days of our solar system, baby Earth was flying solo until, after some tens of millions of years, a Mars-size object collided with it and sent debris flying into space.
—Lila Shroff, The Atlantic, 27 Oct. 2025
As its name suggests, a macroscope is an instrument for making large-scale entities (macro-) visible to the eye (scope).
—Big Think, 27 Oct. 2025
The joint resolution, however, is the only one that suggests eliminating property taxes altogether, while exempting the portion of property taxes which fund K-12 schools.
—Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
The data suggests a regression in multiple areas.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 20 Oct. 2025
Executives at Paramount agree, and the person familiar with the company suggests Halley’s strategy is likely to continue in 2026.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 20 Oct. 2025
In fact, a large meta-analysis suggests that honey may even improve glycemic control.
—Julia Ries Wexler, Health, 20 Oct. 2025
Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 27 Oct. 2025
Glassman suggests diversifying risk with Treasurys, corporate bonds and perhaps a credit fund, like a bank loan or high-yield bond fund.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2025
The leading theory behind the moon’s formation suggests that in the earliest days of our solar system, baby Earth was flying solo until, after some tens of millions of years, a Mars-size object collided with it and sent debris flying into space.
—Lila Shroff, The Atlantic, 27 Oct. 2025
As its name suggests, a macroscope is an instrument for making large-scale entities (macro-) visible to the eye (scope).
—Big Think, 27 Oct. 2025
The joint resolution, however, is the only one that suggests eliminating property taxes altogether, while exempting the portion of property taxes which fund K-12 schools.
—Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
The data suggests a regression in multiple areas.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 20 Oct. 2025
Executives at Paramount agree, and the person familiar with the company suggests Halley’s strategy is likely to continue in 2026.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 20 Oct. 2025
In fact, a large meta-analysis suggests that honey may even improve glycemic control.
—Julia Ries Wexler, Health, 20 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suggests
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Data from the Public Health and Wellness Lab indicates that at least 19 bats have tested positive for rabies in Jefferson County since 2019.—
Caroline Neal,
Louisville Courier Journal,
24 Oct. 2025
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This indicates a person-to-person community spread, which can occur through intimate contact.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
23 Oct. 2025
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Haidt also recommends enforcing strict rules around screen use at home, such as forbidding any type of screen in the bedroom, and giving kids numerous open windows during the week to play independently with their friends.—
Gili Malinsky,
CNBC,
27 Oct. 2025
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Bayer also advises that the drug may cause drowsiness and vertigo, and recommends that anyone taking the drug to avoid drinking grapefruit juice or eating grapefruit.—
Cara Lynn Shultz,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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The county proposes spending the cash to build a multi-use complex with a crisis stabilization unit, a mental health rehabilitation center, a social rehabilitation facility, an adult residential substance use disorder treatment facility and an outpatient community mental health clinic.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Oct. 2025
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Perez, meanwhile, has remained firmly opposed to almost everything La Liga or its president proposes.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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More than monetary value, the word implies an ease in every facet of life, from the ability to pursue one’s own passions to a harmony with the environment, both physical and communal.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
23 Oct. 2025
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Although, given the BPU is owned by the Unified Government, state statute vaguely implies that may not be allowed to happen.—
Sofi Zeman
October 23,
Kansas City Star,
23 Oct. 2025
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Bayer also advises that the drug may cause drowsiness and vertigo, and recommends that anyone taking the drug to avoid drinking grapefruit juice or eating grapefruit.—
Cara Lynn Shultz,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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To minimize risks during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) advises incorporating frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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And because almonds contain oxalates, overconsumption of the butter poses a kidney stone risk in susceptible individuals.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
24 Oct. 2025
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Assessing the prevalence of weapons that circulated in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries poses challenges.—
Clifton Crais,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The clip then hints that the small town is anything but, with disappearances of children, creepy creatures and more lurking in its past and haunting the present.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
24 Oct. 2025
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Durant, 37, reportedly signed a two-year extension worth $90 million with the team on Sunday and the move to acquire the 15-time NBA All-Star hints that the franchise is all-in this season.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
22 Oct. 2025
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The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, or WIC, offers food benefits, breastfeeding services and nutrition education to 65,000 Arkansas women, infants and children younger than five.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 Oct. 2025
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The dress is made from a fine-gauge knit that offers warmth without feeling bulky, which is essential for fluctuating weather.—
Rachel Trujillo,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Oct. 2025
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“Suggests.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suggests. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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