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as in handing
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 suggesting
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 recommending
In January, the administration altered the schedule to more closely resemble Denmark’s, recommending all children get vaccines for 11 diseases, compared with the 18 previously on the schedule.
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Aria Bendix, NBC news, 15 May 2026
Now that TikTok has become one of the top spots for recommending products, pet parents everywhere want to know what others think before buying.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 15 May 2026
The governor is recommending increasing monthly premiums for some immigrants, including those with questionable or no legal status, to $50 and reinstating Medi-Cal asset limits for seniors and disabled adults, among other changes.
—Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
Attorneys for the city of Chicago are recommending that the City Council approve a $13 million settlement with a man who spent 26 years in prison after he was wrongfully convicted of murder in 1994.
—Todd Feurer, CBS News, 14 May 2026
In April, following some board discussion, a vote on an official measure recommending a concept plan and budget estimate for the square was tabled until May.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Given that wide a range of benefits, Russell said recommending yoga is a no-brainer.
—Cathy Nelson, Health, 14 May 2026
Behind the viral name is a nutrition principle dietitians have been recommending for years—eating enough fiber.
—Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 13 May 2026
The National Alliance for Care at Home warned against overly broad action that could deter doctors and patients from recommending or seeking care.
—Jody Godoy, USA Today, 13 May 2026
Aria Bendix, NBC news, 15 May 2026
Now that TikTok has become one of the top spots for recommending products, pet parents everywhere want to know what others think before buying.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 15 May 2026
The governor is recommending increasing monthly premiums for some immigrants, including those with questionable or no legal status, to $50 and reinstating Medi-Cal asset limits for seniors and disabled adults, among other changes.
—Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
Attorneys for the city of Chicago are recommending that the City Council approve a $13 million settlement with a man who spent 26 years in prison after he was wrongfully convicted of murder in 1994.
—Todd Feurer, CBS News, 14 May 2026
In April, following some board discussion, a vote on an official measure recommending a concept plan and budget estimate for the square was tabled until May.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Given that wide a range of benefits, Russell said recommending yoga is a no-brainer.
—Cathy Nelson, Health, 14 May 2026
Behind the viral name is a nutrition principle dietitians have been recommending for years—eating enough fiber.
—Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 13 May 2026
The National Alliance for Care at Home warned against overly broad action that could deter doctors and patients from recommending or seeking care.
—Jody Godoy, USA Today, 13 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recommending
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Netflix has done this before, handing the series its third season around this time last year before Season 2 arrived on the streamer in August 2025.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
13 May 2026
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High up on the curving walls to either side were large murals painted in the 1930s by the artist Barry Faulkner portraying Thomas Jefferson handing the Declaration to John Hancock and the ratification of the Constitution.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 May 2026
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Mini bars burst with silk eye covers, collagen masks, melatonin sprays and ear plugs, suggesting the bacchanalia Estelle encourages.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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Producer prices growth in April outpaced consumer price gains for the first time since July 2022, with OCBC's Xie suggesting companies will absorb a large part of the commodity shock rather than pass it fully to consumers.—
Anniek Bao,Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
18 May 2026
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The bill passed the Legislature but hasn't been sent to DeSantis' desk, leaving the fund in limbo still.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
12 May 2026
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Common laundry habits — ignoring dryer vent buildup, leaving wet clothes in the washer, using hot water on everything and skipping the washing machine gasket — can damage appliances, ruin fabrics and even create a fire risk.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2026
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And the end came well before midnight, with goals by Mitch Marner and Brett Howden in the first 8½ minutes giving Vegas a commanding lead before many in the late-arriving weeknight crowd had made it to their seats at the Honda Center.—
Kevin Baxter,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
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Las Vegas moved on from the quarterback this offseason in favor of Cousins and Mendoza, less than a year after giving Smith more than $58 million guaranteed.—
Sam Warren,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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Last year, Coleman-Williams let new teammate Isaiah Horton take it after transferring to Alabama from Miami.—
David Ubben,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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Al-Shurman played football at Golden West College in 2018 before transferring to NAIA Doane University in Nebraska.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
14 May 2026
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What to read next NASA also wants SpaceX and Blue Origin to fully demonstrate successful uncrewed touchdowns on the moon, and liftoffs back to lunar orbit, before entrusting the lives of astronauts aboard the landers.—
Chelsea Gohd,
Space.com,
8 May 2026
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But whether the club starts entrusting him with more difficult situations or keeps using him in lower-leverage spots, Samaniego said he’ll be prepared no matter what.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
8 May 2026
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Still, your workload could become overwhelming, so delegating and setting boundaries will matter more than ever.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
11 May 2026
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Swalwell, then 35, often used the app himself instead of delegating it to a staffer, posting short videos almost every day from travels around his California district or his work on Capitol Hill.—
Allison Gordon,
CNN Money,
4 May 2026
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Vogue's hosts asked her on the carpet, later commending her dedication to fashion, art and costume.—
Dalila Muata,
NBC news,
5 May 2026
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Attention around Simpson has since taken off, with people commending him for his kindness and generosity.—
Kate Perez,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Recommending.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recommending. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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