gentle suggestion
noun phraseUK /ˈdʒɛntəl səˈdʒɛstʃən/
US /ˈdʒɛntəl səɡˈdʒɛstʃən/
A kind and soft idea you share to help someone.
With a gentle suggestion, the teacher helped the boy find his lost hat.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A mild hint given without pressure.
She offered a gentle suggestion about trying the soup first.
3. A caring piece of advice meant to guide, not command.
His gentle suggestion helped me choose a better book.
4. A soft-spoken idea offered for someone to think about.
The coach's gentle suggestion made the team play better.