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 recommendations
Sitting commissioners of the housing authority make recommendations to fill vacancies on the panel, subject to the approval of the city's Board of Directors, which has a window of time following the decision to confirm or reject an individual.
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Joseph Flaherty, Arkansas Online, 11 Feb. 2026
Our team of savvy editors independently handpicks all recommendations.
—Lorenzino Estrada, AZCentral.com, 10 Feb. 2026
No more content recommendations?
—Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
And don’t hesitate to ask your server or sushi chef for recommendations; that’s the best way to discover the highest‑quality fish available that day.
—Shindy Chen
february 10, Charlotte Observer, 10 Feb. 2026
In terms of exercise, Mehta recommends everyone get at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic exercise per week, which also aligns with the American Heart Association's recommendations.
—Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
The board should be reviewing those recommendations in open session and then responding with decisions in the minutes.
—Kelly G. Richardson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
As data disappears and health recommendations slacken, independent groups are rallying together to fill the public health data and leadership void.
—Lauren J. Young, Scientific American, 3 Feb. 2026
Our team of savvy editors independently handpicks all recommendations.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 Feb. 2026
Joseph Flaherty, Arkansas Online, 11 Feb. 2026
Our team of savvy editors independently handpicks all recommendations.
—Lorenzino Estrada, AZCentral.com, 10 Feb. 2026
No more content recommendations?
—Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
And don’t hesitate to ask your server or sushi chef for recommendations; that’s the best way to discover the highest‑quality fish available that day.
—Shindy Chen
february 10, Charlotte Observer, 10 Feb. 2026
In terms of exercise, Mehta recommends everyone get at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic exercise per week, which also aligns with the American Heart Association's recommendations.
—Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
The board should be reviewing those recommendations in open session and then responding with decisions in the minutes.
—Kelly G. Richardson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
As data disappears and health recommendations slacken, independent groups are rallying together to fill the public health data and leadership void.
—Lauren J. Young, Scientific American, 3 Feb. 2026
Our team of savvy editors independently handpicks all recommendations.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recommendations
Noun
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At other points, Siegal turned to Epstein for advice on everything from a dispute over her inheritance to untangling her personal finances to dealing with a rival to her publicity business.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
10 Feb. 2026
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The Observer used passenger trips instead of revenue miles to calculate crime rates at the advice of several public transit research experts.—
Caitlin McGlade,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Whether Newsom takes those suggestions to maintain the state’s telework policies remains to be seen.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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The opposition and nongovernmental organizations have reacted with cautious optimism as well as with suggestions and demands for more information on the contents of the proposal.—
Regina Garcia Cano,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Recommendations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recommendations. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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