1
as in instructions
a statement of what to do that must be obeyed by those concerned
the captain's commands were followed without question
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as in proficiencies
a highly developed skill in or knowledge of something
a command of French that is the result of a year spent in France as an exchange student
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3
as in headquarters
the place from which a commander runs operations
the general set up his command in the old port city
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4
as in seats
a place from which authority is exercised
central command
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as in controls
the right or means to command or control others
the army officer in command during the attack
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as in views
all that can be seen from a certain point
from his mountain perch, the scout had a command of the entire valley
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as in orders
to issue orders to (someone) by right of authority
the general commanded his troops with Caesar-like imperiousness
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as in requests
to request the doing of by virtue of one's authority
the governor has commanded that all state flags be flown at half-mast
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as in demands
to ask for (something) earnestly or with authority
an act of courage that commands the admiration of all who witnessed it
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as in rules
to exercise authority or power over
a cabinet secretary who commands the largest department in the federal government
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as in has
to keep, control, or experience as one's own
local government does not command the resources that are needed to respond to such a huge disaster
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as in leads
to serve as leader of
the head of the agency commands an army of workers trained to respond to the immediate needs of disaster victims
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as in asks
to set or receive as a price
commands a high fee for his decorating services
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Recent Examples of commands
Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 9 Jan. 2026
Top Department of Homeland Security officials said the officer had acted in self-defense as the woman drove her car toward him while refusing commands to exit her vehicle.
—Sarah Bedford, The Washington Examiner, 9 Jan. 2026
Officers gave verbal commands to the man.
—Mike Hellgren, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
Voice commands can start cycles, check battery status, enable a child lock, and deliver alerts when cleaning is finished.
—Ie Creative Studio, Interesting Engineering, 8 Jan. 2026
Hollowing out regional commands The concentration of firepower within the Honor Guard was achieved by stripping resources from regional commands.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
Jennie can move its eyebrows, wag its tail, and respond to voice commands.
—Rena Goldman, EverydayHealth.com, 7 Jan. 2026
The Kremlin said the exercise evaluated the readiness of its military commands.
—Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
Instead, swipe up or down along the left or right edge of the trackpad to activate pre-set commands.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2025
Rafia Zakaria, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
The design commands attention with its dramatic proportions.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2025
The 14-time cover star, who commands over 17 million followers, has built her influence on authenticity rather than aspiration.
—Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
Soaring ceilings, double-height timber walls, and winding staircases create architectural drama, while a striking three-story library commands the home’s center.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2025
More than a decade later, LaWanda commands the stage at the House of Blues Anaheim as the radiant host of Bitchiest Brunch, the long-running Palm Springs drag show that recently brought its glittering spectacle and message of resilience to Orange County.
—Holly Alvarado, Oc Register, 6 Nov. 2025
His journey commands admiration and his legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.
—Paulina Dedaj, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
The program does not rely on a single host, though Stewart, who left the program in 2015, and returned to it in 2024, commands much of the spotlight.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 3 Nov. 2025
The metronome commands each step, each horn movement, each note.
—Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Oct. 2025
Noun
Authorities said Sutton ignored multiple commands to comply and resisted detention.
—Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 9 Jan. 2026
Top Department of Homeland Security officials said the officer had acted in self-defense as the woman drove her car toward him while refusing commands to exit her vehicle.
—Sarah Bedford, The Washington Examiner, 9 Jan. 2026
Officers gave verbal commands to the man.
—Mike Hellgren, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
Voice commands can start cycles, check battery status, enable a child lock, and deliver alerts when cleaning is finished.
—Ie Creative Studio, Interesting Engineering, 8 Jan. 2026
Hollowing out regional commands The concentration of firepower within the Honor Guard was achieved by stripping resources from regional commands.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
Jennie can move its eyebrows, wag its tail, and respond to voice commands.
—Rena Goldman, EverydayHealth.com, 7 Jan. 2026
The Kremlin said the exercise evaluated the readiness of its military commands.
—Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
Instead, swipe up or down along the left or right edge of the trackpad to activate pre-set commands.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2025
Verb
Pakistan’s army chief, General Syed Asim Munir, was awarded the rank of Field Marshal, and commands wide public and political support.
—Rafia Zakaria, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
The design commands attention with its dramatic proportions.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2025
The 14-time cover star, who commands over 17 million followers, has built her influence on authenticity rather than aspiration.
—Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
Soaring ceilings, double-height timber walls, and winding staircases create architectural drama, while a striking three-story library commands the home’s center.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2025
More than a decade later, LaWanda commands the stage at the House of Blues Anaheim as the radiant host of Bitchiest Brunch, the long-running Palm Springs drag show that recently brought its glittering spectacle and message of resilience to Orange County.
—Holly Alvarado, Oc Register, 6 Nov. 2025
His journey commands admiration and his legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.
—Paulina Dedaj, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
The program does not rely on a single host, though Stewart, who left the program in 2015, and returned to it in 2024, commands much of the spotlight.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 3 Nov. 2025
The metronome commands each step, each horn movement, each note.
—Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commands
Noun
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The company also announced a partnership with Google DeepMind to integrate Gemini Robotics AI, enabling Atlas to reason through complex instructions and operate in unstructured environments.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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At first, doctors sent them home from the hospital with instructions to monitor her symptoms.—
Leondra Head,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Development should bridge current and required proficiencies, as well as solve real problems in real time (not across a six-week rollout or in a one-hour webinar).—
David James,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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These features are further enhanced by technology that adapts to individual preferences, such as smart shower controls and lighting systems tailored to each user.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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These product missteps have been further compounded by broader operational issues in the areas of marketing, supply chain and corporate cost controls.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The planner pages include monthly calendar views, weekly spreads, address pages, lined note paper, and useful facts at a glance.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
6 Jan. 2026
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The Border Patrol experienced a similar shift during its hiring surge, attracting individuals with strong anti-immigrant views or a desire for quasi-military action.—
Karl W. Bickel,
Baltimore Sun,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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With his gun pointed at McNealy, Heisler orders him to show his hands and not reach for anything.—
Monroe Trombly,
Louisville Courier Journal,
6 Jan. 2026
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The agent then orders Parias to turn off his vehicle.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
30 Dec. 2025
Verb
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The family requests donations in his memory be directed to The John Dimitri Research Foundation for Congenital Heart Disease.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
8 Jan. 2026
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The lawsuit requests a jury trial.—
Stephen Sorace,
FOXNews.com,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Democracy demands resistance to policies that devalue life.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
10 Jan. 2026
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Host Alan Cumming demands the Traitors pull off a murder in plain sight on their second night, and there’s a roundtable in the middle of the day to vote someone out.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The sector may face another twist if the US Supreme Court rules Trump’s tariffs were issued illegally, a decision that could come as soon as Friday.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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If the Supreme Court rules that Trump’s new tariffs are unlawful under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, the court could then say that companies that have paid the duties so far are entitled to refunds.—
Jessica Dickler,
CNBC,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Commands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commands. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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