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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
Federal prosecutors are recommending Claustro serve time in home confinement, rather than prison, along with probation.
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Sean Emery, Oc Register, 12 Jan. 2026
Allows more flexibility, recommending 20-120 grams of carbohydrates daily.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Health, 12 Jan. 2026
Kaeberlein explains that higher fiber intake is consistently linked to better metabolic health and longevity, recommending a target of 30 to 40 grams per day.
—Rachel MacPherson, Outside, 11 Jan. 2026
In recent years, Olathe’s seen more projects move forward that could help address the missing middle housing gap, including a City Council approval on Tuesday to build 71 townhome units, despite the Planning Commission recommending denial, Olathe spokesperson Kennedy said.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 10 Jan. 2026
The shift away from recommending that all children six months or older receive an annual flu shot is particularly indefensible on the heels of last year’s flu season, which was the deadliest for kids in two decades, and amid a severe flu season this year that is straining hospitals nationwide.
—Lisa Jarvis, Mercury News, 9 Jan. 2026
The role focuses on identifying workplace risks and recommending changes to prevent employee injuries and illnesses.
—Sacbee.com, 9 Jan. 2026
City staff is recommending that signage should be limited to one per façade for a total of four wall signs, city officials wrote in a planning report.
—Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 9 Jan. 2026
The almanac was a primary source of long-range weather predictions and agricultural information for farmers for generations, recommending planting times and helping farmers plan their commercial crops and energy usage.
—Keith Matheny, Freep.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Sean Emery, Oc Register, 12 Jan. 2026
Allows more flexibility, recommending 20-120 grams of carbohydrates daily.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Health, 12 Jan. 2026
Kaeberlein explains that higher fiber intake is consistently linked to better metabolic health and longevity, recommending a target of 30 to 40 grams per day.
—Rachel MacPherson, Outside, 11 Jan. 2026
In recent years, Olathe’s seen more projects move forward that could help address the missing middle housing gap, including a City Council approval on Tuesday to build 71 townhome units, despite the Planning Commission recommending denial, Olathe spokesperson Kennedy said.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 10 Jan. 2026
The shift away from recommending that all children six months or older receive an annual flu shot is particularly indefensible on the heels of last year’s flu season, which was the deadliest for kids in two decades, and amid a severe flu season this year that is straining hospitals nationwide.
—Lisa Jarvis, Mercury News, 9 Jan. 2026
The role focuses on identifying workplace risks and recommending changes to prevent employee injuries and illnesses.
—Sacbee.com, 9 Jan. 2026
City staff is recommending that signage should be limited to one per façade for a total of four wall signs, city officials wrote in a planning report.
—Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 9 Jan. 2026
The almanac was a primary source of long-range weather predictions and agricultural information for farmers for generations, recommending planting times and helping farmers plan their commercial crops and energy usage.
—Keith Matheny, Freep.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recommending
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In the fourth quarter and the game well in hand, Ndukwe blocked James Ferguson-Reynolds’ punt, handing IU the ball on the seven.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
10 Jan. 2026
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Sanders recorded 16 tackles and one forced fumble in 13 games, with Pro Football Focus handing him the third-best grade of all Texas State defenders.—
Caleb Yum,
Austin American Statesman,
10 Jan. 2026
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Not long after, that source became unreachable, suggesting the blackout had widened even further.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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By season's end, Pine and his boss, Angela Burr (Colman), succeeded in bringing Roper down, with the finale suggesting Roper's violent end at the hands of his own buyers.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Jan. 2026
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Limited backup power could knock out internet access, leaving millions to wait for instant answers.—
Jamie Yuccas,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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Vatti said Diamantis made an $80,000 payment on the day after signing the retainer and made an additional six payments totalling $105,000 between August 2024 and February 2025, leaving the $65,000 balance.—
Edmund H. Mahony,
Hartford Courant,
9 Jan. 2026
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If Carolina is thinking about the big picture, giving Coker the extra year, perhaps valued as a first- or second-round tender, is just getting ahead of a formality.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Jan. 2026
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Luckily, Madewell is giving us something to celebrate this season with a surprise sale on cold-weather clothing essentials with prices starting as low as $20.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Jan. 2026
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Carrington spent his first two years at Minnesota before transferring to Tulsa last year and Wisconsin for this season.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
14 Jan. 2026
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After her time at Austin Prep, Carey played two seasons at Stonehill before transferring to BU last year.—
Brendan Connelly,
Boston Herald,
13 Jan. 2026
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Before dying of cancer in 2013, Chávez handpicked Maduro as his successor, entrusting him with a country already buckling under the weight of dependence on oil, and the realization that prosperity was coming to an end.—
Jorge Valencia,
NPR,
5 Jan. 2026
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His solo debut, Barbarian, made more than $45 million on a budget of less than $5 million, and now Warners was entrusting the actor turned director with a movie costing eight times that.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Nov. 2025
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At the same time by delegating these duties to competent senior executives, Nielsen will be able to also oversee the company’s supply chain and corporate structure to solve the problems there and institute a cost discipline that has been absent.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
10 Jan. 2026
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Couples must address underlying communication issues and inequities; without that, delegating tasks alone won’t strengthen relationships.—
Tracee M. Herbaugh,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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While presenting her with the RRHOF milestone, Roan gave a speech commending Lauper’s influence and advocacy on behalf of the LGBTQ+ community.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
10 Nov. 2025
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Praise abounded for the 36-year-old, with three fellow veterans commending Rojas not just for his play, but also for his demeanor.—
Katie Woo,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
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“Recommending.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recommending. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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