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suggestive

/sə(ɡ)ˈd͡ʒɛs.tɪv/ adjective C1
  1. Tending to suggest or imply. · The painting is abstract, but the colors are suggestive of fruit or the Mediterranean.
  2. Suggesting romance, sex, etc.; risqué. · She crossed her legs and shot him a suggestive smile.
  3. Relating to hypnotic suggestion.
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It is suggestive that Anthony is not a common name in England, while Antonio is so in all Spanish or Spanish-American countries.
The Hound of the Baskervilles, p. 212 · C1
There may possibly be some small point which might be suggestive.”
The Valley of Fear, p. 38 · C1
“Suggestive!” said Holmes.
The Valley of Fear, p. 44 · C1
“The clothes are commonplace,” remarked Holmes, “save only the overcoat, which is full of suggestive touches.” He held it tenderly towards the light.
The Valley of Fear, p. 90 · C1

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