as in advice
something (such as a course of action) suggested as proper or favorable
By following their accountant's recommendations, the couple was able to save a tidy sum for retirement.
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Recent Examples of recommendation
Here are recommendations for maintaining safety during a thunderstorm:
To lower the risk of lightning strikes, when going outdoors, develop a plan to reach a safer spot.
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Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 May 2025
This advisory is in effect until Thursday at 9 p.m.
NWS Heat Wave Safety Advice: Protect yourself with these recommendations
Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 21 May 2025
Providing recommendations is the core of what USDS does.
—ArsTechnica, 21 May 2025
The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 10 May 2025
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Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 May 2025
This advisory is in effect until Thursday at 9 p.m.
NWS Heat Wave Safety Advice: Protect yourself with these recommendations
Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 21 May 2025
Providing recommendations is the core of what USDS does.
—ArsTechnica, 21 May 2025
The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 10 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for recommendation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recommendation
Noun
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Against Reddit’s advice, Fielder solicits a formal diagnosis, including an fMRI, to ensure there’s nothing so off about him that he can’t be trusted with others’ lives.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
26 May 2025
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Here's why that's terrible advice: Strong disagreement with accepted wisdom creates controversy.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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Here are suggestions for staying safe during a thunderstorm: To minimize risk of being struck by lightning, when going outside, have a plan to get to a safer place.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 June 2025
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Here are suggestions for staying safe during a thunderstorm: To reduce the chance of being struck by lightning, when venturing outside, have a plan to get to a safer area.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
1 June 2025
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“Recommendation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recommendation. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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