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s-uh-JEST/səˈdʒest/

To suggest is to offer an idea. Suggest + -ing: I suggest waiting. Suggest that + clause: I suggest that we wait. Suggest something to someone. You do not “suggest someone to do” — that is a common error (use advise or suggest that). Suggestion is the noun.

Meaning

To mention an idea or plan for someone to consider.

Examples

• “I suggest we review the hard words again.”
• “He suggested a cheaper hotel.”
• “I suggest we take a break.”

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suggest + -ing / suggest that. Not “suggest someone to.” Noun: suggestion.

Near in meaning

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