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 ongoing confusion and mystery regarding Lionel Messi’s availability was amplified before kickoff on Thursday, and what followed was a tense victory that was tighter than the final scoreline indicated.—
Franco Panizo,
Miami Herald,
7 Mar. 2025
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Among the instances of money laundering done through TD Bank as indicated in the settlement agreement was the laundering of $474 million in cash from fentanyl sales in the United States by Chinese criminal syndicates.—
Steve Weisman,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Gascón recommended their sentences of life without the possibility of parole be removed, and said they should instead be sentenced for murder, which would be a sentence of 50 years to life.—
Emily Shapiro,
ABC News,
10 Mar. 2025
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Celebrity colorist and Olaplex artist Tracey Cunningham recommends incorporating highlights first before using a demi-permanent color for brunettes or redheads as that will help maintain the most natural look.—
Jeanne Ballion,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 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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The chief of the European Union’s executive proposed an $841 billion plan to bolster defenses of EU nations and provide Ukraine with military muscle.—
SAMYA KULLAB,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Mar. 2025
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This implies a very strong Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 2.1% (vs. 19.0% for S&P 500).—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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Jonas’ price target of $430 implies shares can rebound 93.6% over the next year from Monday’s closing level.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 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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While fine art and collectibles have long been considered alternative assets, these economic shifts could pose fresh challenges for artists, collectors, and dealers alike.—
Matthew F. Erskine,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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Steven Knight has hinted that there may be a theatrical outing for his Peaky Blinders film ahead of its arrival on Netflix’s streaming platform.—
Caroline Frost,
Deadline,
8 Mar. 2025
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Crucially, however, Wolff hinted the prospect of luring the Dutchman away from Red Bull remains a possibility.—
Dan Cancian,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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No, the Heat were not willing to offer the house at last month’s NBA trading deadline.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Mar. 2025
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With the latter, the bike offers a range of 70+ miles (112+ km) on a single charge, which, by the way, takes six hours to go from 0 to 100%.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
1 Mar. 2025
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“Suggest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suggest. Accessed 15 Mar. 2025.
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