SUGGESTIONS Synonyms: 97 Similar and Opposite Words

suggestions

noun

plural of suggestion

as in indications

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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as in proposals

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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as in hints

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 suggestions Another 35% said AI provided suggestions or drafts while a person made every final call. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 13 Oct. 2026 While international observers initially blamed Moscow, there are now increasing suggestions that Ukrainian state security agencies may have been involved — even though Ukraine counts Germany as one of its closest allies. — ABC News, 13 Oct. 2026 Not all of Wright’s suggestions for painting the museum were so subtle. — Wendy S. Walters, Architectural Digest, 12 Oct. 2026 What readers are saying The comments on the article express a mix of opinions and suggestions regarding scenic train trips for viewing fall foliage. — Hannah Sampson, Washington Post, 11 Oct. 2026 The agency has previously disputed suggestions that politics plays a role in its decisions. — Jeremy Gorner, Chicago Tribune, 9 Oct. 2026 The Harris Poll and Quad figure of 54% suggests younger shoppers see algorithmic suggestions as less likely to be driven by commission or quota than a floor associate’s pitch. — Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2026 Chilengi also dismissed suggestions that the deal was tied to the country’s mineral wealth, particularly critical minerals. — Jacob Zimba, Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2026 As for the vinyl, Barone’s got plenty of suggestions of where people could play it. — Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 8 Oct. 2026

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Noun

And there are indications that the rising costs aren’t going away anytime soon.

— Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
Securing approval for those additional indications is likely necessary for Icotyde to become one of J & J's biggest drugs of all time , as executives have projected.

— Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of indications

Noun

Two Banks Development is open to proposals, and Ferguson suggested grant dollars could help create an installation.

— Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 14 Oct. 2026
In Long Beach, Newsom acknowledged how unprecedented the move was, even for a governor known for ramming proposals through the Legislature.

— Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of proposals

Noun

That question motivated Clark to better understand aging among plants and animals and to look for hints to extend humans' lifespan.

— KYLE MELNICK THE WASHINGTON POST, Arkansas Online, 18 Oct. 2026
On Friday, Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh offered no hints about potential interest rate policy moves while attending a meeting of financial leaders in Bangkok.

— Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of hints

Noun

The results may offer useful clues about the reliability required before humanoids can take on longer shifts in industrial settings.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 19 Oct. 2026
Further clues can be found in the moon's composition, which reveals a relatively small iron core and lower density.

— Micah Hanks, Space.com, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of clues

Noun

For example, changes in contact forces could indicate whether a screw has engaged correctly, while audio cues could help identify when a mechanical latch has clicked into place.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2026
Karaduman said the opportunity is to combine those authentic visual cues with invisible comfort and performance.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of cues

Noun

When teams stay genuinely curious and learn to challenge ideas without challenging people, disagreement becomes a tool for better thinking and can actually strengthen trust.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026
Santoyo supports meeting regularly with students and the community to exchange ideas and concerns.

— Sophia Veneziano, San Antonio Express-News, 16 Oct. 2026

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