What does "Plant the idea" mean?

suggest an idea subtly

Synonym: suggest, hint Opposite: dissuade

"Plant the idea" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

Look, Sarge, I think everyone knows that I planted the idea in Jake's head eight years ago.

Brooklyn Nine-Nine S5E4

You planted the idea in my mind?

Inception

I'm gonna meet Eleanor someplace and plant the idea in her mind that she needs to find Chidi.

The Good Place S3E1

Think that planted the idea?

The Sopranos S1E1

"Plant the idea" in TV shows & movies

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