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as in to leave
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
serious gastronomes should recommend their stomachs to the restaurant's chef, giving full rein to his culinary prowess and imagination
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as in to suggest
to put forward (something) as one's choice for a wise or proper course of action
I would recommend you look into that option a little more closely because I don't think it will work nearly as well as you think
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Recent Examples of recommend
But the Ooni Volt 12 (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is the electric oven WIRED recommends most for the home kitchen.
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Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 8 July 2025
For this reason, the FDA recommends limiting your halibut intake to one serving per week.33
While seafood can be a nutritious choice and help fill dietary nutrient gaps, there are some environmental- and health-related concerns related to seafood consumption.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 8 July 2025
Granite, marble, travertine, and other natural stones are porous, so cleaning them with rubbing alcohol isn’t recommended.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 26 June 2025
The brand recommends washing the cover in warm water on a gentle cycle and tumble drying on low heat using nonchlorine bleach when necessary for optimal results.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 26 June 2025
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Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 8 July 2025
For this reason, the FDA recommends limiting your halibut intake to one serving per week.33
While seafood can be a nutritious choice and help fill dietary nutrient gaps, there are some environmental- and health-related concerns related to seafood consumption.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 8 July 2025
Granite, marble, travertine, and other natural stones are porous, so cleaning them with rubbing alcohol isn’t recommended.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 26 June 2025
The brand recommends washing the cover in warm water on a gentle cycle and tumble drying on low heat using nonchlorine bleach when necessary for optimal results.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 26 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recommend
Verb
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Cut lemons tend to lose their moisture quickly, especially if left exposed to air in the fridge.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
15 July 2025
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While Drake has continued with subtle jabs in his music, Pusha appears content with leaving their rivalry in the past.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
15 July 2025
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Research suggests that some supplements, including magnesium, vitamin D, and coenzyme Q10, and others, may help decrease the frequency or severity of migraine attack symptoms.—
Kirstyn Hill,
Health,
15 July 2025
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Stevie Wonder has hit back at a rumor that suggests the legendary R&B singer-songwriter isn't actually blind.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
15 July 2025
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Foxx has centered her criticism on establishment Democrats circling the wagons for establishment candidates, noting that three senior Democratic members of Congress died within the first six months of Trump’s second term, handing Republicans a larger advantage.—
Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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The Supreme Court has handed Trump one victory after another in his effort to remake the federal government, after lower courts have found the administration’s actions probably violate federal law.—
Mark Sherman,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
Verb
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Like the 50 other judges fired within the last six months, the union said, the judges who received the most recent notices were not given a reason for the terminations.—
Ximena Bustillo,
NPR,
14 July 2025
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Three spacious pools give you the choice between a saltwater mini-lap pool, the beach infinity pool or the adult pool which is conveniently located just step away from the Veuve Clicquot champagne bar.—
Sherrie Nachman,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Verb
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These entries, commended by the judges, feature colorful auroras, dazzling solar prominences, glowing galaxies and nebulas and breathtaking skyscapes.—
Carlyn Kranking,
Smithsonian Magazine,
14 July 2025
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Kennedy commended major food manufacturers that have pledged to take artificial coloring out of their foods.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
14 July 2025
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When nobody claimed him, he was transferred to the Rancho Coastal Humane Society through Friends of County Animal Shelters.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 July 2025
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Osorio-Piedra will now be held without bond in the Detention Center until he can be transferred to the state Department of Corrections.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
11 July 2025
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This casual outpost delivers exactly what its setting promises: pizza, salads, burgers and baskets of onion rings, chicken wings and fish and chips.—
Paula Conway,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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That’s no longer the case, thanks to innovations like Nova, which deliver impressive results that rival those of their less sustainable counterparts.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
15 July 2025
Verb
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Aside from that, Sheppard has been entrusted with the keys to Houston’s offense.—
Kelly Iko,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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The same stitch is still used to create a Birkin bag, which takes between 18 and 24 hours to make, and is sewn entirely by hand by a single artisan who has undergone years of training before being entrusted with the job.—
Laia Farran Graves,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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“Recommend.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recommend. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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