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Suggesting is about offering an idea for someone to consider.
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Recommendations are based on experience.
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I recommended a new book to a friend.
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(recommend + noun)
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I recommend listening to an audiobook.
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(recommend + gerund)
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More formally, we can use a base verb in a that-clause.
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The life coach recommends that everyone practice gratitude.
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Can you recommend a movie?
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Don't say, "I recommend you this movie."
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Say, "I recommend this movie."
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"I recommend watching this movie."
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"I recommend that you watch this movie."
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So go ahead and recommend a movie in the comments.
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