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as in indication
a slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation)
if you don't want to give the suggestion that you're evading the truth, you must look your questioner in the eye
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2
as in proposal
something which is presented for consideration
no one had any better suggestions, so as usual we spent the afternoon at the basketball court
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3
as in hint
an almost imperceptible sign of something
we took care to avoid so much as even a suggestion of impropriety
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Recent Examples of suggestion
One of his suggestions was the Toronto Maple Leafs.
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Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 July 2025
Immigration expert Mark Krikorian explained that the reason behind the breakout of immigration riots and protests across the country and made suggestions about what the country can do to course-correct.
—Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2025
The coach dismissed any suggestion that the 38-year-old Argentine legend might stay home to rest following four intense Club World Cup matches.
—Miami Herald, 5 July 2025
This letter did not include suggestions for closing contract postal units.
—Gillian Stawiszynski, The Enquirer, 3 July 2025
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Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 July 2025
Immigration expert Mark Krikorian explained that the reason behind the breakout of immigration riots and protests across the country and made suggestions about what the country can do to course-correct.
—Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2025
The coach dismissed any suggestion that the 38-year-old Argentine legend might stay home to rest following four intense Club World Cup matches.
—Miami Herald, 5 July 2025
This letter did not include suggestions for closing contract postal units.
—Gillian Stawiszynski, The Enquirer, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suggestion
Noun
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And if these fits are any indication, the rest of ESSENCE Festival 2025 is shaping up to be just as unforgettable.—
Karissa Mitchell,
Essence,
5 July 2025
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In 2024, Brixen approached one million overnight stays, an indication of its growing international profile.—
Paul Caputo,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2025
Noun
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The proposal reportedly attracted interest in Caracas but clashed with Rubio’s diplomatic approach, spurring confusion among officials in both countries.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
13 July 2025
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In February 2024, Tripadvisor announced the formation of a special committee to evaluate proposals for potential transactions.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
12 July 2025
Noun
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Featuring a cool ranch flavor, with hints of garlic and onion.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
IndyStar,
8 July 2025
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Here are some hints for today’s Quordle game, followed by the answers: What Are Today’s Quordle Hints?—
Kris Holt,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
Noun
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Former Steelers defensive back Patrick Peterson’s usage could provide some clues.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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The voice conveys subtle but powerful clues into feelings and meanings.—
Carol Kinsey Goman,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
Noun
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This is a great moment to pay attention to your baby and learn their hunger cues, which will help you to determine when to feed and how much later on.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Parents,
7 July 2025
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When your mind is sharp, fatigue becomes your cue rather than your downfall.—
Akin Akinpelu,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
Noun
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Unemployment had altered her idea of what qualified as a life.—
Nora Lange,
New Yorker,
10 July 2025
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Miloš had a wacky idea about Burt Reynolds for a while.—
Jordan Hoffman Updated,
EW.com,
10 July 2025
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“Suggestion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suggestion. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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