suggest gently

Frequency: 6.88.0 per million words

to propose an idea in a mild and careful way

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Examples (10)

  • If I may, I would gently suggest we start earlier tomorrow.
  • She tried to suggest gently that his tone was coming across as rude.
  • The counselor gently suggested taking a short break.
  • May I gently suggest a different approach to this problem?
  • He gently suggests that we reconsider the timeline, without blaming anyone.
  • They were gently suggesting alternatives throughout the meeting.
  • Could I gently suggest that you back up your files regularly?
  • The report gently suggests that the policy needs revision.
  • I want to suggest gently that we keep expectations realistic.
  • Having listened carefully, the chair gently suggested postponing the vote.