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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
In fact, those in the medical community, including the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine, said in a statement that acetaminophen is safe and recommended for use in pregnancy, especially to treat fever and pain.
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Jon Hamilton, NPR, 6 Sep. 2025
Wine expert Tyson Meyi recommended Spier’s 21 Gables chenin blanc, a white wine grape variety that South Africa is known for.
—Heather Richardson, Travel + Leisure, 6 Sep. 2025
Typically, it’s recommended to wait four to eight weeks after a biopsy before proceeding to surgery to give your prostate and the surrounding tissue time to heal first.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Some state laws also prevent pharmacists from administering vaccines that haven’t been recommended by ACIP—a snarl that’s prompted pharmacies to limit access to COVID vaccines in more than a dozen states.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 5 Sep. 2025
Researchers surveyed 125 people undergoing a routine screening colonoscopy (which is recommended starting at age 45) about their smartphone toilet habits, as well as other lifestyle behaviors related to pooping.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 5 Sep. 2025
Folate supplements are already recommended for women during pregnancy to prevent neural tube defects, such as spina bifida, in infants.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
The pretrial services unit that assesses risk of release had recommended that Goins go free with conditions, and later that month, Hartig ordered Goins' tether removed.
—Darcie Moran, Freep.com, 30 Aug. 2025
While some products are not recommended for teens under 14, the brand created an entire collection—called U-14—for teens, which includes the Bubble Slam Dunk Moisturizer.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 29 Aug. 2025
Jon Hamilton, NPR, 6 Sep. 2025
Wine expert Tyson Meyi recommended Spier’s 21 Gables chenin blanc, a white wine grape variety that South Africa is known for.
—Heather Richardson, Travel + Leisure, 6 Sep. 2025
Typically, it’s recommended to wait four to eight weeks after a biopsy before proceeding to surgery to give your prostate and the surrounding tissue time to heal first.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Some state laws also prevent pharmacists from administering vaccines that haven’t been recommended by ACIP—a snarl that’s prompted pharmacies to limit access to COVID vaccines in more than a dozen states.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 5 Sep. 2025
Researchers surveyed 125 people undergoing a routine screening colonoscopy (which is recommended starting at age 45) about their smartphone toilet habits, as well as other lifestyle behaviors related to pooping.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 5 Sep. 2025
Folate supplements are already recommended for women during pregnancy to prevent neural tube defects, such as spina bifida, in infants.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
The pretrial services unit that assesses risk of release had recommended that Goins go free with conditions, and later that month, Hartig ordered Goins' tether removed.
—Darcie Moran, Freep.com, 30 Aug. 2025
While some products are not recommended for teens under 14, the brand created an entire collection—called U-14—for teens, which includes the Bubble Slam Dunk Moisturizer.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 29 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recommended
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Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Sharma Oli handed his resignation on Tuesday.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Sep. 2025
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You're handed a pamphlet and sent on your way.—
David Oliver,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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Reports also suggested that parts of the residence may have been demolished in recent years.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
9 Sep. 2025
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Instead, her husband, Matt, suggested opening up a small farmers’ market.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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The rise of low-cost airlines like Ryanair and easyJet, along with the widespread adoption of the internet and operators like Airbnb, gave consumers the confidence to book their own flights and accommodation and create their own trips.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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Neidorff and his wife donated an additional $124,000 to Newsom’s 2022 reelection campaign while Centene itself gave Newsom $32,400.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Sep. 2025
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Coleman was recruited to Arizona by Fisch and transferred to Washington when the coach was hired in Seattle.—
Joe Davidosn,
Sacbee.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Both he and Puka — who started his collegiate career at the University of Washington — transferred to BYU in 2021 after their grandmother, Fa’atamali’i Saole, was diagnosed with ovarian cancer.—
Emily Krauser,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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When learning is democratized, not delegated, curiosity spreads.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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The Constitution grants Congress the power to levy taxes, including tariffs, though over time lawmakers have delegated significant trade authority to the president.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Aug. 2025
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In a statement posted online, Secaucus Police Chief Dennis Miller commended the department for exercising restraint while responding to the incident.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Henneberry commended both the Haberman family and the community for finding a bright light and taking something that is terrible and making something that is beautiful.—
Cathy Kozlowicz,
jsonline.com,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Not now, at least, even after Muchová had delivered her one wild test on a crisp, clear night in front of yet another capacity crowd on Arthur Ashe Stadium, just as Osaka likes it.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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Or, have dinner on a pontoon boat with each course delivered by silent canoe.—
Karin Jones,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Sep. 2025
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Like Kiko, the center of dozens of storms passed close enough to leave impacts from winds, rain and rough seas.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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During her tenure, council passed the Unified Development Ordinance, which is a comprehensive zoning and land development rulebook intended to guide future growth.—
Nick Sullivan,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Recommended.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recommended. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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