exhortation

noun

Definition of exhortationnext
as in recommendation
a statement that strongly urges someone to do or avoid doing something Despite her parents' exhortations to spend responsibly, she blew most of her savings on an expensive sports car.

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Recent Examples of exhortation Then the speakers’ exhortations to excellence would build in emotional intensity until women began to weep and the meeting erupted in spontaneous pledges to set new personal bests. — Literary Hub, 28 Apr. 2026 Passages range from the creation of the world to bloody battles and apocalyptic destruction, from exhortations to love of God, neighbor and the needy to passages telling of Jesus’ life, death and resurrection. — Peter Smith, Los Angeles Times, 21 Apr. 2026 Passages range from the creation of the world to bloody battles and apocalyptic destruction, from exhortations to love of God, neighbor and the needy to passages telling of Jesus' life, death and resurrection. — ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026 Trump’s exhortations to the oil industry dovetail with a broader push to address cost-of-living concerns weighing heavily on Republicans’ bid to maintain control of Congress in November’s midterm elections. — Bloomberg Wire, Dallas Morning News, 10 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for exhortation
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  1. recommendation
  2. suggestion
  3. warning
  4. speech
Noun
  • To ensure safety during outdoor work, adhere to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)'s recommendations by incorporating regular rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments.
    — NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 5 July 2026
  • While in line with recent guidance from the Department of Energy, the recommendation drew the ire of a number of Republicans.
    — Bryan West, USA Today, 4 July 2026
Definition of recommendation
Noun
  • Some of the suggestions include a ban on cryptocurrency mining data centers and requirements for noise barriers to reduce stress on nearby residents.
    — Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 July 2026
  • That goal has been overshadowed by his suggestions that Washington might seize control of Greenland or that Canada could become America's 51st state.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 1 July 2026
Definition of suggestion
Noun
  • An evacuation warning was issued for the area of Paradise Ranch, between Templin Highway and the Pyramid Lake area, according to Los Angeles County fire officials.
    — Andrea Klick, Daily News, 7 July 2026
  • Burgin initially took the test in November after moving to California from Minnesota and then received the DMV warning letter in June.
    — Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
Definition of warning
Noun
  • In a June 30 speech on the floor of the House of Representatives, the Republican lawmaker said he was hospitalized several months ago and diagnosed with depression.
    — Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 1 July 2026
  • Steinbaugh argued the email was protected speech under the First Amendment and does not represent a legitimate threat.
    — Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of speech

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