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Decision, Suggestion, and Obligation - Offering Suggestions

Here you will learn some English words related to offering suggestions such as "hint", "bring forward", and "challenge".

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Words Related to Decision, Suggestion, and Obligation
to advance

to propose an idea or theory for discussion

Ex: The architect advanced a unique design concept for the new building .
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alternatively

as a second choice or another possibility

Ex: If the weather is unfavorable for outdoor activities , you can alternatively explore indoor entertainment options .
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always
always
[Adverb]

as an available alternative when other options fail

Ex: If the interview goes poorly , you can always apply elsewhere .
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(at|on) {one's} suggestion

according to someone else's suggestion

Ex: We booked the tickets on his suggestion.
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to bespeak

to indicate or show something

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better
better
[Adjective]

more suitable or effective compared to other available options

Ex: He thought it was better to apologize than let the issue grow .
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to bring forward

to suggest something for discussion or consideration

Ex: The CEO brought forward a plan to boost company morale .
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can
can
[Verb]

used to present an offer or suggestion

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challenge
challenge
[noun]

an invitation or call to engage in a contest, competition, or fight

Ex: A challenge was thrown down for a boxing match .
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to challenge

to invite someone to compete or strongly suggest they should do something, often to test their abilities or encourage action

Ex: By this time , they have challenged each other in numerous debates .
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connotation

an idea, feeling, or meaning that is implied, suggested, or associated with a word or expression beyond its literal definition

Ex: The term " snake " has connotations of deceit .
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to connote

to implicitly convey something such as an idea, feeling, etc. in addition to something's basic meaning

Ex: The dark clouds in the sky connote an approaching storm, creating a sense of foreboding.
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could
could
[Verb]

used to present an offer or recommendation

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failing
failing
[preposition]

‌used to present an alternative suggestion in case something does not happen or succeed

Ex: Failing a resolution to the conflict , mediation may be necessary .
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to float
to float
[Verb]

to bring suggestions, plans, or ideas forward for further consideration

Ex: The project manager decided to float a trial period for remote work to evaluate its impact .
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for what it is worth

used before a comment or opinion to indicate that the speaker is sharing it, even though they may not be sure of its value or significance

Ex: I understand your hesitation, but for what it's worth, I think you're more capable of handling this challenge than you realize.
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to hazard
to hazard
[Verb]

to state an opinion, guess, suggestion, etc. even though there are chances of one being wrong

Ex: The scientist decided to hazard a theory on the cause of the anomaly .
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to hint
to hint
[Verb]

to indirectly suggest something

Ex: The author skillfully hinted at the plot twist throughout the novel , keeping readers engaged until the surprising conclusion .
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hint
hint
[noun]

a slight suggestion or piece of advice that shows how a problem is solved

Ex: She offered a hint to her coworker struggling with a difficult project , gently suggesting a possible solution .
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how about
how about
[phrase]

used to inquire information about someone or something

Ex: How about I drive, and you navigate?
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to hypothesize

to propose a theory or explanation based on limited evidence

Ex: To solve the engineering problem , the team hypothesized that the structural weaknesses causing the issue might be due to material fatigue .
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idea
idea
[noun]

a suggestion or thought about something that we could do

Ex: The manager welcomed any ideas from the employees to enhance workplace morale .
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implicit
implicit
[Adjective]

suggesting something without directly stating it

Ex: There was an implicit understanding between the team members that they would support each other .
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implicitly
implicitly
[Adverb]

in a way that is understood or suggested without being directly stated

Ex: The agreement was implicitly reached during the informal discussion .
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