Thesaurus results for RECOMMENDATION

recommendation

noun

Definition of recommendation

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 Briceno enthusiastically seconds that product recommendation. — Marci Robin, Allure, 24 July 2026 Another important priority is replacing Keller Middle School and upgrading technology districtwide, according to the recommendations. — Elizabeth Campbell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026 Although the Pharmacy Compounding Advisory Committee's votes typically align with the FDA's final, legal decision on the matter, the agency does not have to follow the committee's recommendations. — Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 24 July 2026 The commission’s recommendation will go to the city council, which will make the final decision. — Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 24 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for recommendation

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This basic primer avoids specific military tactics, instead offering general advice for non-military personnel.

— Zita Ballinger Fletcher, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
Some studies of earlier versions of AI programs have found problematic health advice.

— Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 30 July 2026

Definition of advice

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State officials would still make decisions about technology, according to the PERB filing, as the union only asked to provide suggestions.

— Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2026
If the former occurs, X doesn’t really offer solutions, only suggestions that users try basic fixes, like restarting or updating, switching to another device, or toggling between Wi-Fi or cellular data.

— Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 29 July 2026

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