as in advice
something (such as a course of action) suggested as proper or favorable
By following their accountant's recommendations, the couple was able to save a tidy sum for retirement.
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Recent Examples of recommendation
Here are recommendations for maintaining safety during a thunderstorm:
To lower the risk of lightning strikes, when going outdoors, develop a plan to reach a safer spot.
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Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 May 2025
This advisory is in effect until Thursday at 9 p.m.
NWS Heat Wave Safety Advice: Protect yourself with these recommendations
Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 21 May 2025
Providing recommendations is the core of what USDS does.
—ArsTechnica, 21 May 2025
The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 10 May 2025
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Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 May 2025
This advisory is in effect until Thursday at 9 p.m.
NWS Heat Wave Safety Advice: Protect yourself with these recommendations
Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 21 May 2025
Providing recommendations is the core of what USDS does.
—ArsTechnica, 21 May 2025
The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 10 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for recommendation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recommendation
Noun
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Readers should not rely solely on the content of this article and are encouraged to seek professional advice tailored to their specific circumstances.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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Reader Tracie Martin of Munster, mother of two, wrote to me recently asking for advice for her oldest child’s interest in voice-over work.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2025
Noun
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He’s hosted several world leaders for Oval Office sit downs, including most recently Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who was elected, in part, for his tough talk against Trump’s suggestions that Canada should become the 51st state.—
Sara Dorn,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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Here are suggestions for staying safe during a thunderstorm: To reduce the chance of being struck by lightning, when venturing outside, have a plan to get to a safer area.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 May 2025
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