Suggest

usgb/səɡˈdʒest/
verb

To say or mention something as a possible thing to be done, used, or considered.

She suggested a restaurant for dinner.
Visual representation of "suggest" - To say or mention something as a possible thing to be done, used, or considered

Often appears as...

  • suggest a plan
  • suggest an idea
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Visual representation of "suggest"
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Making Suggestions

When you have an idea, 'suggest' introduces it politely.

Illustration for Making Suggestions
I suggest meeting earlier to avoid traffic.
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Indirect proposals

'Suggest' is less direct than 'tell' or 'ask', so it's often seen as more courteous.

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I suggest we take a break now.
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Possibility Introduction

Use 'suggest' to offer options without insisting on them.

Illustration for Possibility Introduction
May I suggest an alternative route?
Visual representation of the word "Suggest"

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