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as in handed
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 suggested
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 recommended
People with heart or lung disease, older adults, children and teens are recommended to reduce active time outdoors when conditions are unhealthy.
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Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 29 Jan. 2026
For areas with high moisture like kitchens and bathrooms, tile, stone, or luxury vinyl are recommended.
—Dan Simms, USA Today, 29 Jan. 2026
The man behind the floral and wooded designs, Shane Connolly, was recommended by William’s father, King Charles.
—Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
Wash the garment as recommended on the care label.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2026
If using a semipermanent tint, let the product sit on your lips for the duration recommended on the packaging (typically around a minute).
—Grace McCarty, Glamour, 29 Jan. 2026
The first audit recommended 77 changes; the second, 85.
—Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 29 Jan. 2026
Reducing alcohol is important, but combining this with a healthy eating plan, regular exercise, and medical guidance is recommended.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 29 Jan. 2026
In October, the city’s Historic Preservation Commission recommended Betty receive that status.
—Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 29 Jan. 2026
Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 29 Jan. 2026
For areas with high moisture like kitchens and bathrooms, tile, stone, or luxury vinyl are recommended.
—Dan Simms, USA Today, 29 Jan. 2026
The man behind the floral and wooded designs, Shane Connolly, was recommended by William’s father, King Charles.
—Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
Wash the garment as recommended on the care label.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2026
If using a semipermanent tint, let the product sit on your lips for the duration recommended on the packaging (typically around a minute).
—Grace McCarty, Glamour, 29 Jan. 2026
The first audit recommended 77 changes; the second, 85.
—Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 29 Jan. 2026
Reducing alcohol is important, but combining this with a healthy eating plan, regular exercise, and medical guidance is recommended.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 29 Jan. 2026
In October, the city’s Historic Preservation Commission recommended Betty receive that status.
—Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recommended
Verb
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In a preseason contest against Arizona, though, Webb was handed the play-calling reins and widely impressed in a 27-7 win.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
7 Jan. 2026
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Over the last few years, HBO has handed Maher a two season deal each time, the last one in 2024.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Ortega-Anguiano’s attorney, in a defense sentencing brief, suggested a three year prison sentence.—
Sean Emery,
Oc Register,
24 Jan. 2026
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While discussions last week suggested a radical redesign to move the hardware to the corner of the iPhone display, voices with a strong track record say FaceID will remain in the centre of the iPhone display.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Each member gave their all, giving a rousing performance that ranged from sweet and cute to jaw-droppingly sexy.—
Laura Sirikul,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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My dad also gave me some weird things to read for our little one-on-one Communist training, like Lenin’s On the National Question, which was a big ask of a twelve-year-old.—
Gaby Iori
January 27,
Literary Hub,
27 Jan. 2026
Verb
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This is not a failing of the principles of liberalism, however, but a failure of those entrusted to act in its name.—
Philip Mullins,
Harpers Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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Between the river’s source, entrusted to an order of Orthodox nuns, and its southern delta, where caviar bound for the Kremlin is harvested, the author journeys through a defiant country transformed by war, sanctions, and reinvigorated patriotism.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
26 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The children's father was injured and transferred to a local hospital in Jalalabad, while the bodies of his wife and the children -- three boys and three girls between the ages of 4 and 15 -- were pulled from the rubble.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
30 Jan. 2026
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Cornish is currently incarcerated at the jail in Canyon County, but will be transferred to one of the state’s prisons to begin serving his lifetime sentence.—
Alex Brizee,
Idaho Statesman,
29 Jan. 2026
Verb
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His responsibilities will be delegated internally through NASCAR's president -- now Steve O'Donnell -- and the executive leadership team.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 Jan. 2026
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There are no immediate plans to replace the commissioner role, either, NASCAR wrote in a statement, adding that Phelps’s responsibilities will be delegated internally through NASCAR president Steve O’Donnell and executive leadership team.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Jan. 2026
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Tuason and company deserve to be commended for telling a narrative film on such a small scale, but the finished product fails to deliver a conclusion that’s scary enough to justify its lethargic, slow-burn format.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
25 Jan. 2026
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There are, however, other that have taken his side and commended him for speaking out.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
24 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Stocks @ Night is a daily newsletter delivered after hours, giving you a first look at tomorrow and last look at today.—
Jason Gewirtz,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
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The physician examines and treats patients; manages medical needs and makes sure care is delivered according to professional medical standards.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Recommended.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recommended. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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