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suggesting

The correct spelling is suggesting.

How to pronounce suggesting

verb

Say it like: Sug-jes-tin-g

The correct spelling is suggesting. To imply but stop short of saying explicitly. For example: "Are you suggesting that I killed my wife?"

Usage Examples

Are you suggesting that I killed my wife?

The name "hamburger" suggests that hamburgers originated from Hamburg.

I’d like to suggest that we go out to lunch.   I’d like to suggest going out to lunch.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To imply but stop short of saying explicitly.
  2. 2.To make one suppose; cause one to suppose (something).
  3. 3.To mention something as an idea, typically in order to recommend it
  4. 4.To seduce; to prompt to evil; to tempt.

noun

  1. 1.Suggestion

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