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
The report, issued on April 30, contains 14 recommendations, some of which were obscured from public view for security reasons.
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Philissa Cramer, Sun Sentinel, 4 May 2026
For those who aren’t active on Instagram or don’t follow many influencers, both LTK and ShopMy essentially offer a way for influencers to monetize their recommendations.
—Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 4 May 2026
This material should not be construed as a recommendation, or advice or an offer or solicitation with respect to the purchase or sale of any investment.
—Katie Stockton, CNBC, 4 May 2026
The commission’s recommendation will then go before the City Council, which will decide whether to approve the project.
—Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 4 May 2026
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Philissa Cramer, Sun Sentinel, 4 May 2026
For those who aren’t active on Instagram or don’t follow many influencers, both LTK and ShopMy essentially offer a way for influencers to monetize their recommendations.
—Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 4 May 2026
This material should not be construed as a recommendation, or advice or an offer or solicitation with respect to the purchase or sale of any investment.
—Katie Stockton, CNBC, 4 May 2026
The commission’s recommendation will then go before the City Council, which will decide whether to approve the project.
—Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 4 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recommendation
Noun
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While written on the advice of the British government, much of the language and tone come from Charles himself, the source added.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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On the spot, Mary Kay began applying the advice in her notes.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Apr. 2026
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There have also been suggestions that a dwarf planet called Makemake, which is slightly smaller than Pluto, could have a very thin atmosphere, though some scientists are skeptical.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 May 2026
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Eugenie, 36, and her older sister Beatrice, 37, have been swept up in the scandal that has engulfed their family as a result of their parents’ ties to Epstein, although there is no suggestion of any wrongdoing on their parts.—
Lianne Kolirin,
CNN Money,
4 May 2026
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“Recommendation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recommendation. Accessed 7 May. 2026.
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