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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
To reduce exposure, it’s recommended that residents stay indoors when possible.
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Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
The retailer took into account which books readers continuously bought, rated, recommended and returned to over a period of time.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
The panelists recommended a variety of tasks, including creation of a zoning overlay to preserve the neighborhood’s historical integrity, formation of the Community Action Committee and conducting a cultural asset mapping effort.
—Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 June 2026
State Public Health Veterinarian Carl Williams said that overall, it is not recommended anyone eat raw or undercooked oysters.
—Eva Flowe
june 11, Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026
This is where it is recommended to invest in a smart energy monitoring system that can provide real-time information on the energy your home is using and where it is being used.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 June 2026
At that time, an 18-member Standardized Testing Task Force convened by the Academic Senate had recommended that the use of SAT and ACT tests be continued.
—Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 11 June 2026
Roedema, the most senior of the three officers, helped hold McClain down while the paramedics injected him with 500 milligrams of ketamine, which is more than the amount recommended for his weight, according to an indictment.
—Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 5 June 2026
Though Peres Magalhães agreed to testify against Banfield if prosecutors recommended a sentence of time served, Judge Azcarate ultimately sentenced her to 10 years in prison – the maximum sentence and well above the joint sentencing recommendation by prosecutors and her attorneys.
—Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 5 June 2026
Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
The retailer took into account which books readers continuously bought, rated, recommended and returned to over a period of time.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
The panelists recommended a variety of tasks, including creation of a zoning overlay to preserve the neighborhood’s historical integrity, formation of the Community Action Committee and conducting a cultural asset mapping effort.
—Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 June 2026
State Public Health Veterinarian Carl Williams said that overall, it is not recommended anyone eat raw or undercooked oysters.
—Eva Flowe
june 11, Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026
This is where it is recommended to invest in a smart energy monitoring system that can provide real-time information on the energy your home is using and where it is being used.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 June 2026
At that time, an 18-member Standardized Testing Task Force convened by the Academic Senate had recommended that the use of SAT and ACT tests be continued.
—Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 11 June 2026
Roedema, the most senior of the three officers, helped hold McClain down while the paramedics injected him with 500 milligrams of ketamine, which is more than the amount recommended for his weight, according to an indictment.
—Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 5 June 2026
Though Peres Magalhães agreed to testify against Banfield if prosecutors recommended a sentence of time served, Judge Azcarate ultimately sentenced her to 10 years in prison – the maximum sentence and well above the joint sentencing recommendation by prosecutors and her attorneys.
—Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 5 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recommended
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Changtie brought out a seven-yuan pack of Hongtashan and handed Li and me a smoke.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 June 2026
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The Red Sox handed Bello a six-year, $55 million contract extension in March 2024, just one-plus season into his major league career following a rapid rise through the organization’s farm system.—
Greg Dudek,
Boston Herald,
7 June 2026
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All of the artists who have pulled out suggested they were misled about the event’s political associations.—
T.M. Brown,
CNN Money,
29 May 2026
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It's also suggested that our four giant planets — Jupiter, Uranus, Saturn and Neptune — gradually shifted into their current orbits due to a series of interactions with one another's gravity.—
Kiona N. Smith,
Space.com,
29 May 2026
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Voters gave the president similar ratings in Reuters polls in April and mid-May, and close to his first-term low of 33% back in December 2017.—
Terry Collins,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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Castro, appearing notably thinner in his olive-green military uniform, entered a theater full of military officers and government officials who gave him a standing ovation.—
Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
8 June 2026
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Before sentencing, the victim's mother delivered an emotional statement accusing Roberts of preying on a child entrusted to her care.—
Stephen Sorace,
FOXNews.com,
10 June 2026
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The encyclical’s strongest warning is that lethal and irreversible decisions must never be entrusted to artificial systems.—
Vilas Dhar,
Time,
10 June 2026
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Now, Freeman — who recently transferred from the MLS’ Orlando City to the LaLiga club Villarreal — could now complement Dest on the right side of the field with his athleticism.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
11 June 2026
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When essential systems rely heavily on external digital environments, countries and institutions may face limitations in how data is governed, accessed, protected or transferred during periods of disruption or regulatory change.—
Ekramy El Zaghat,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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It is delegated action under time pressure.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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The core mechanism of the Constitution is the way that the United States government is funded through taxes voted by Congress, through spending voted by Congress, and through financial power delegated by Congress to the president.—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
20 May 2026
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In a statement, the Sheriff’s Office commended the two bystanders, saying their actions stopped the attack and likely prevented additional injuries.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
8 June 2026
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Israel's public security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, who oversees the police, also commended the work of the security forces that apprehended him.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
7 June 2026
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Cribs, strollers, and Playstations delivered to your room are among the family amenities.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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For over 30 years, Outward Magazine has delivered news and features for and by the community.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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“Recommended.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recommended. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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