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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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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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
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 6 June 2026
The iXi trolley uses two cameras and GPS that’s pre-loaded with maps of more than 40,000 courses to autonomously steer itself, with players able to issue commands via hand gestures or voice control.
—Jack Bantock, CNN Money, 5 June 2026
Workers will be able to direct the new Proteus in plain language, without technical commands or a programming interface.
—Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 5 June 2026
The sensor, which transmits infrared codes that mimic the device’s remote control, connects to your Wi-Fi network and sends commands to control the split unit or any other AC or heating system that comes with an infrared remote control.
—Larry Magid, Mercury News, 4 June 2026
Like a modern smart home, voice commands, a smartphone app, or a central touch interface can be used to control the interior environment, including lighting, climate control, power management, and security.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 4 June 2026
O'Malley said King failed to listen to commands and started to drive towards them.
—Penny Kmitt, CBS News, 4 June 2026
The cosmonauts ran into some difficulty retrieving the cassette, including losing a pair of pliers and commands sent from the ground failing to move the experiment's interior mechanisms.
—Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 27 May 2026
Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
Competing on mission, not salary In a labor market where specialized talent commands premium salaries, the Corps can’t always match private-sector compensation.
—Alena Conley, USA Today, 4 June 2026
And Popovich still commands that respect, even now.
—Tim Reynolds, Twin Cities, 1 June 2026
The researchers call the new platform the Insect Synergy Circuit (ISC), a system designed to respond to an insect’s physiological state instead of merely issuing movement commands.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 30 May 2026
Ferrari arguably commands a pop cultural respect beyond any other automaker, and many of its examples, whether supercars or sports cars, command values to match.
—Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 28 May 2026
Ask the parents of missing children whose cases never make national news because their families lack the visibility that commands attention.
—Letters To The Editor, Hartford Courant, 28 May 2026
These looks are designed to reflect that mindset and give players a presence that commands attention.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
Nolan commands more media attention than do directors of other summer 2026 pictures like John Early (Maddie’s Secret) or Adrian Chiarella (Leviticus), both new to the trade.
—Peter Bart, Deadline, 22 May 2026
Noun
The tool consolidates service requests and operational oversight in an enterprise environment across combatant commands, military services and defense agencies.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 6 June 2026
The iXi trolley uses two cameras and GPS that’s pre-loaded with maps of more than 40,000 courses to autonomously steer itself, with players able to issue commands via hand gestures or voice control.
—Jack Bantock, CNN Money, 5 June 2026
Workers will be able to direct the new Proteus in plain language, without technical commands or a programming interface.
—Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 5 June 2026
The sensor, which transmits infrared codes that mimic the device’s remote control, connects to your Wi-Fi network and sends commands to control the split unit or any other AC or heating system that comes with an infrared remote control.
—Larry Magid, Mercury News, 4 June 2026
Like a modern smart home, voice commands, a smartphone app, or a central touch interface can be used to control the interior environment, including lighting, climate control, power management, and security.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 4 June 2026
O'Malley said King failed to listen to commands and started to drive towards them.
—Penny Kmitt, CBS News, 4 June 2026
The cosmonauts ran into some difficulty retrieving the cassette, including losing a pair of pliers and commands sent from the ground failing to move the experiment's interior mechanisms.
—Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 27 May 2026
Verb
In addition to the Hot Country Songs ranking, the single also commands the Digital Song Sales, Country Streaming Songs and Country Digital Song Sales lists.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
Competing on mission, not salary In a labor market where specialized talent commands premium salaries, the Corps can’t always match private-sector compensation.
—Alena Conley, USA Today, 4 June 2026
And Popovich still commands that respect, even now.
—Tim Reynolds, Twin Cities, 1 June 2026
The researchers call the new platform the Insect Synergy Circuit (ISC), a system designed to respond to an insect’s physiological state instead of merely issuing movement commands.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 30 May 2026
Ferrari arguably commands a pop cultural respect beyond any other automaker, and many of its examples, whether supercars or sports cars, command values to match.
—Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 28 May 2026
Ask the parents of missing children whose cases never make national news because their families lack the visibility that commands attention.
—Letters To The Editor, Hartford Courant, 28 May 2026
These looks are designed to reflect that mindset and give players a presence that commands attention.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
Nolan commands more media attention than do directors of other summer 2026 pictures like John Early (Maddie’s Secret) or Adrian Chiarella (Leviticus), both new to the trade.
—Peter Bart, Deadline, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commands
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Bocce will be offering takeaway, both in the form of prepared food and things customers can cook at home, like pasta and sauces that come with instructions.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
9 June 2026
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The Missouri Health Department also recommends treating clothes, boots and outdoors gear with permethrin per label instructions.—
Sophie Lindberg,
Kansas City Star,
8 June 2026
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My history suggests very successful proficiencies in this model.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 May 2026
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Lastly, players can also pick up more powerful weapons that grow stronger as their proficiencies increase.—
Gieson Cacho,
Mercury News,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The cooktop is set into the countertop at left with controls mounted on the cabinet face in front.—
Fred Albert,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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If college sports truly need cost controls, why do those controls always begin and end with the players?—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 June 2026
Noun
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As the train climbs higher, sweeping mountain and valley views unfold on both sides, and in the colder months, skiers and snowboarders can be seen gliding down the slopes below.—
Lauren David,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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Other interior highlights included a dedicated library and a primary suite described as a spa-style retreat, complete with a steam shower and — naturally — more lake views.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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So the Devil orders the father to cut off his daughter’s offending hands.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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If the other person orders you to bring them a lemonade, don’t do it.—
Attia Qureshi,
Time,
1 June 2026
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When a party requests that a proceeding be sealed, a judge will often solicit input from the other side and allow third parties, such as the public and news media, to also provide input.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
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The order — which requests AI developers' participation on a voluntary basis — comes as AI companies race to roll out new models and, in some cases, enter the public market.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
Verb
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The damage from our disintegrating democracy demands attention — and now.—
Elizabeth Keifer,
Hartford Courant,
29 May 2026
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Jessie Buckley is the resurrected Bride, who demands to be heard alongside her patchwork partner Frank (Christian Bale) and starts a revolution.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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If the court strikes down such grace periods, the implications could extend well beyond California and 13 other states that give a grace period for regular ballots, depending on how the court ultimately rules.—
Linh Tat,
Daily News,
9 June 2026
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The bony villain is a warlock who stole the throne of Eternia from King Randor and now rules it with a tyrannical fist.—
Brianna Zigler,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 June 2026
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“Commands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commands. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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