PHRASE: "used to suggest something unexpected" Crossword Clue

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PHRASE: "used to suggest something unexpected" Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

SUGGEST (verb)
1. make a proposal, declare a plan for something
2. call to mind
UNEXPECTED (adjective)
1. not expected or anticipated

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