as in handed
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
I commend my fate into your hands
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Recent Examples of commended
Fire Chief Bob Grabowski commended DeJong’s contributions to the department in the village’s news release.
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Evy Lewis, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Alex Souponetsky, general manager of Fly Legacy Aviation, commended Aytch’s handling of the emergency.
—Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
The Daphne founder commended The Traitors season three star further, noting that Miller will address the situation when the time is right for her.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 3 Apr. 2026
In an April 2 post on X, FBI Director Kash Patel commended the FBI in Houston, the agency's partners in Galveston, and Texas law enforcement for its work leading up to Elmore's arrest.
—Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026
The town clerk was commended by the Broward state attorney for excellence for updating, electronically scanning and categorizing town files after much neglect.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2026
Beatriz Andre, acting regional attorney for the EEOC’s Los Angeles District Office, commended Justin and Wonderful for reaching the settlement.
—Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
Droves of supporters commended a thoughtful gesture that, elsewhere on the internet, went over like an insult.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 24 Mar. 2026
Members commended LoPresto for her bravery in speaking up.
—Jennifer Mayerle, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
Evy Lewis, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Alex Souponetsky, general manager of Fly Legacy Aviation, commended Aytch’s handling of the emergency.
—Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
The Daphne founder commended The Traitors season three star further, noting that Miller will address the situation when the time is right for her.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 3 Apr. 2026
In an April 2 post on X, FBI Director Kash Patel commended the FBI in Houston, the agency's partners in Galveston, and Texas law enforcement for its work leading up to Elmore's arrest.
—Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026
The town clerk was commended by the Broward state attorney for excellence for updating, electronically scanning and categorizing town files after much neglect.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2026
Beatriz Andre, acting regional attorney for the EEOC’s Los Angeles District Office, commended Justin and Wonderful for reaching the settlement.
—Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
Droves of supporters commended a thoughtful gesture that, elsewhere on the internet, went over like an insult.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 24 Mar. 2026
Members commended LoPresto for her bravery in speaking up.
—Jennifer Mayerle, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commended
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Wagner was handed the reins for the rest of the season after Cologne fired Lukas Kwasniok as coach on March 22.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 Apr. 2026
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She was handed preliminary charges, including failure to help a minor in danger, and released under judicial supervision.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
Verb
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This just indicates how powerful the IP is and how entrusted the filmmaking team is.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Apr. 2026
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Saldívar, who was also entrusted with managing Selena's clothing boutiques, fatally shot Selena in the back following an intense confrontation over financial discrepancies.—
Jacqueline Weiss,
PEOPLE,
31 Mar. 2026
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The baroness gave Epstein interior design tips and picked out antique furniture and vases worth more than $500,000 for the financier to buy for his properties.—
Shirsho Dasgupta,
Miami Herald,
7 Apr. 2026
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Artemis 2 looped around the moon's far side today (April 6), in a nearly seven-hour encounter that gave its four astronauts views of Earth's nearest neighbor that human eyes had never seen before.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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In some cases, the new owners were not aware that the responsibility of the tanks had been transferred to them.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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Passengers were later transferred to another aircraft to complete their trip to Boston, with several praising the pilot for remaining calm under pressure.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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The Nevada County Planning Commission recently recommended that a development project in Cedar Ridge be put in front of the board of supervisors for a vote.—
Kayla Moeller,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Consider attending a workshop or visiting a museum — especially one that a mentor or peer has recommended to you.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2026
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In the mid-2000s, Khamenei delegated some of his authority to the council to supervise the three branches of government.—
Eric Lob,
The Conversation,
12 Mar. 2026
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If authority is delegated, leaders must be able to trace how outcomes are derived.—
Victoria Bousis,
Rolling Stone,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Tatum delivered a few moments of vintage excellence in the opening minutes, turning a steal into a transition lay-up for his first basket, then using a spin move to finish through contact for his second.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
10 Apr. 2026
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Nico Hoerner hit a leadoff homer and then delivered an RBI double during a five-run fifth inning as the Chicago Cubs beat the sloppy Tampa Bay Rays 6-2 on Wednesday night at Tropicana Field.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Commended.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commended. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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