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Speak further about gripping tool, it's recommended (7)

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advised

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'it's recommended' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for advised that I've seen before include "Informed" , "Sensible; recommended (a course of action)" , "Gave guidance to" , "Notified" , "Given recommendation" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.
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