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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
However, new research suggests inflammation could also be a major contributor to heart issues in women.
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Sarah Garone, Health, 9 Sep. 2025
The August employment report showed a fall of fifteen thousand in the number of federal employees, which suggests that the DOGE job cuts may be starting to show up in the official figures.
—John Cassidy, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
The moon’s alignment with Saturn suggests putting your head down and powering through.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
But a look behind the data suggests that belief may finally be eroding.
—Alice Lassman, Time, 8 Sep. 2025
The first interstellar object to visit the solar system may have been a fragment of an icy exoplanet, research suggests.
—Nola Taylor Tillman, Space.com, 8 Sep. 2025
That premium suggests the market is pricing in elevated demand and earnings durability.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Rather than following the recycled trend that sees new jeans made just to be deliberately destroyed, Kappahl suggests considering more clever creations.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 8 Sep. 2025
Logic suggests that if body fat is radically reduced everywhere else in the body, the only option remaining would be to then tap into stubborn problem fat and use it as fuel.
—Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 29 Aug. 2025
Sarah Garone, Health, 9 Sep. 2025
The August employment report showed a fall of fifteen thousand in the number of federal employees, which suggests that the DOGE job cuts may be starting to show up in the official figures.
—John Cassidy, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
The moon’s alignment with Saturn suggests putting your head down and powering through.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
But a look behind the data suggests that belief may finally be eroding.
—Alice Lassman, Time, 8 Sep. 2025
The first interstellar object to visit the solar system may have been a fragment of an icy exoplanet, research suggests.
—Nola Taylor Tillman, Space.com, 8 Sep. 2025
That premium suggests the market is pricing in elevated demand and earnings durability.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Rather than following the recycled trend that sees new jeans made just to be deliberately destroyed, Kappahl suggests considering more clever creations.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 8 Sep. 2025
Logic suggests that if body fat is radically reduced everywhere else in the body, the only option remaining would be to then tap into stubborn problem fat and use it as fuel.
—Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 29 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suggests
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The percentage indicates how much of the fire perimeter has been surrounded by a control line.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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District data indicates that only about 600 students left for private schools.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
13 Sep. 2025
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For longevity, Poole highly recommends applying a chemical protector to couches.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
8 Sep. 2025
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The study recommends a large-scale mechanical removal of the muck, and the use of algicides and other measures to keep it from growing back.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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By sourcing rattan directly from farmers in Central Kalimantan, Tjitrowirjo highlights its environmental benefits and proposes it as a material solution in the climate crisis.—
Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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The White House now proposes to shift away from that system and toward one that prioritizes applicants with higher wages or advanced educational credentials.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Sep. 2025
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The Distiller’s One-Of-One is a charity auction held every other year and, as the name implies, every lot is completely unique.—
Mark Littler,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Analyst Gil Luria maintained his $250 price target, which implies 10% upside from Apple's Wednesday close.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
11 Sep. 2025
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To combat isolation amid shorter days, keep in touch with loved ones, NextStep4MentalHealth advises.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Look at the intent, Malik advises.—
Kate O'Flaherty,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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That poses a challenge for some of NATO’s more traditional air defence systems, which were designed to protect against missiles and manned aircraft.—
Andrew Gray,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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As Silver knows better than anyone, this sticky situation poses a serious risk to consumer faith in the Association.—
Sam Amick,
New York Times,
11 Sep. 2025
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But, surprisingly, 2022 research published in Sleep Science hints that none of these explanations truly cover it.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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The post hints that Lucky Cat Miami will return at some point, although a couple of restaurants have made the same promise only to close permanently.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
11 Aug. 2025
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The theater, which opened in October 2007, offers 12,000 square feet of VIP and hospitality areas and 10 dressing rooms, according to the venue's website.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
14 Sep. 2025
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Designed by renowned golf architect Brad Bell, the 18-hole course offers something for both the scratch golfer and the weekend warrior.—
David Weiss,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Suggests.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suggests. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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