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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
While a tempting disposal solution, it is not recommended to use Christmas trees as firewood for indoor fireplaces.
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Abigayle Ward, Hartford Courant, 28 Dec. 2024
That said, the fact this game is now on PC is definitely welcomed and comes recommended.
—Ollie Barder, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
The city recommended the courthouses close last week, although the health department did not require such a measure.
—Racquel Bazos, Baltimore Sun, 27 Dec. 2024
Greenberg recommended using city funds to start an early education nonprofit called Thrive by Five, redevelop the Belvedere and support the new Louisville Economic Development Alliance, or LEDA, which has spurred some controversy and at least one ethics complaint.
—Eleanor McCrary, The Courier-Journal, 27 Dec. 2024
Noonan also recommended limiting unhealthy foods and alcohol; and avoiding smoking, vaping and drugs.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 27 Dec. 2024
Eating diet rich in healthy fats and proteins—like the kind recommended for strong hair—will also help lashes look their best.
—Lorena Meouchi, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2024
That’s why it is recommended by the pros as a nighttime essential.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
In early June, Felton recommended Deputy Mayor Johnson talk with the city’s ethics advisor.
—Gregory Royal Pratt, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
Abigayle Ward, Hartford Courant, 28 Dec. 2024
That said, the fact this game is now on PC is definitely welcomed and comes recommended.
—Ollie Barder, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
The city recommended the courthouses close last week, although the health department did not require such a measure.
—Racquel Bazos, Baltimore Sun, 27 Dec. 2024
Greenberg recommended using city funds to start an early education nonprofit called Thrive by Five, redevelop the Belvedere and support the new Louisville Economic Development Alliance, or LEDA, which has spurred some controversy and at least one ethics complaint.
—Eleanor McCrary, The Courier-Journal, 27 Dec. 2024
Noonan also recommended limiting unhealthy foods and alcohol; and avoiding smoking, vaping and drugs.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 27 Dec. 2024
Eating diet rich in healthy fats and proteins—like the kind recommended for strong hair—will also help lashes look their best.
—Lorena Meouchi, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2024
That’s why it is recommended by the pros as a nighttime essential.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
In early June, Felton recommended Deputy Mayor Johnson talk with the city’s ethics advisor.
—Gregory Royal Pratt, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recommended
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The Stars and Golden Knights crushed them in late March, and the Devils handed them another two losses.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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As a result, Italy has reportedly handed Meta a bill for €900 million, with smaller claims lodged against the parent companies of X and LinkedIn.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Thus, suggested remedies by the AI might be based on myths and completely unverified sources.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Some Chinese defense scholars have suggested that the PLA must devolve decision-making power down the chain of command in order to take full advantage of emerging technologies.—
Sam Bresnick,
Foreign Affairs,
31 Dec. 2024
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Over the weekend, Hamas gave Qatar and Egypt its agreement to a proposal that resembles an offer made several weeks ago by White House envoy Steve Witkoff.—
Barak Ravid,
Axios,
31 Mar. 2025
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Huang gave Bibb a white T-shirt and some twine and showed her how to tie the fabric into a sausage shape.—
Michael Schulman,
New Yorker,
31 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The player had transferred into the program, and his minutes were already waning.—
Sam Blum,
The Athletic,
6 Jan. 2025
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Over 70,000 pre-war fashion design photographs were transferred from design registrations to the Musée des Arts Décoratifs by the industrial tribunal of Paris in 1940, and over 120 of these photos form the basis of an exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Presidential tariff authority exists only through powers delegated by Congress, but those delegations were never intended to permit unilateral executive restructuring of the entire global trading system.—
Gordon G. Chang,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
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Officer Haley Buck located the remaining squirrels behind a toilet in the apartment’s bathroom and delegated Poarch to capture them using the basket, the footage shows.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Apr. 2025
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After reminding me of this quote, Grantham commended Prince, kind of.—
John Cassidy,
The New Yorker,
23 Dec. 2024
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Many social media comments, meanwhile, commended Baldoni's promotional message for viewers to always have hope.—
Emma Bowman,
NPR,
22 Dec. 2024
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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,
11 Apr. 2025
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Philp commanded more playing time when injuries hit through his own fine play, and delivered (15-15-30 in 52 games) while outscoring opponents at even strength.—
Allan Mitchell,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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Almost every massive star who has passed through MLS — including Messi — was subject to the process.—
Pablo Maurer,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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It’s been more than a decade since ICE was kicked off of Rikers after the City Council passed and then-Mayor Bill de Blasio barring the feds.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
10 Apr. 2025
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