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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
Parker also commended Sheridan and 101 Studios for their commitment and investment in Fort Worth.
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Brayden Garcia
may 4, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 May 2026
So yes, Marinakis must clearly be commended for spending big and showing ambition on and off the field, with plans to expand the City Ground to more than 50,000 seats, having already revamped the training ground.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 1 May 2026
The Anti-Defamation League, which had commended Twitch for suspending Beyer, didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment on Huang’s decision to accept Beyer’s donation.
—Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
Lahl also commended the Plaza’s management, which took over the 15-block district in 2024, for helping the change to happen and aiming to revitalize the area.
—Dylan Lysen
may 1, Kansas City Star, 1 May 2026
Lilly and Novo commended the FDA's confirmation that there is no clinical need to compound these drugs.
—Mariam Sunny, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Lilly and Novo commended the FDA’s confirmation that there is no clinical need to compound these drugs.
—Reuters, NBC news, 30 Apr. 2026
The city did not take the court up on that suggestion and should be commended for adhering to its transparency policies in a case that reflects so poorly on the Chicago Police Department.
—Jamie Kalven, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
While the president commended Secret Service actions, the event still raised questions about presidential protection and security around major events like America 250.
—CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
Brayden Garcia
may 4, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 May 2026
So yes, Marinakis must clearly be commended for spending big and showing ambition on and off the field, with plans to expand the City Ground to more than 50,000 seats, having already revamped the training ground.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 1 May 2026
The Anti-Defamation League, which had commended Twitch for suspending Beyer, didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment on Huang’s decision to accept Beyer’s donation.
—Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
Lahl also commended the Plaza’s management, which took over the 15-block district in 2024, for helping the change to happen and aiming to revitalize the area.
—Dylan Lysen
may 1, Kansas City Star, 1 May 2026
Lilly and Novo commended the FDA's confirmation that there is no clinical need to compound these drugs.
—Mariam Sunny, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Lilly and Novo commended the FDA’s confirmation that there is no clinical need to compound these drugs.
—Reuters, NBC news, 30 Apr. 2026
The city did not take the court up on that suggestion and should be commended for adhering to its transparency policies in a case that reflects so poorly on the Chicago Police Department.
—Jamie Kalven, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
While the president commended Secret Service actions, the event still raised questions about presidential protection and security around major events like America 250.
—CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commended
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In the sixth, they were handed a gift in the form of three straight two-out walks from starting pitcher Bryce Elder, before he was replaced by reliever Robert Suarez.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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When the bottom rod got hit, Sean Van Bibber grabbed it out of the rod-holder and set the hook, then handed the rod to his older brother, who landed the snapper.—
Steve Waters,
Miami Herald,
9 May 2026
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Thorne also entrusted Munden, a frequent collaborator, to interpret the script his own way.—
Stuart Miller,
Los Angeles Times,
4 May 2026
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Stepping into the role as starting quarterback at Jones, the Class 4A state runner-up, will be Peyton Carroll (6-foot-2, 185 pounds), a sophomore who saw limited time a year ago, but a player with whom Jones coaches have entrusted the role of QB1.—
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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Most notably, the crafty Brunson got Embiid in isolation, used some fancy footwork to get the big man turned around, then pulled up for a second-quarter jumper that gave the Knicks a 59-42 lead.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
5 May 2026
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Anika Reed Naomi Osaka gave a wink to the body with her look, a sultry and sparkling red dress with anatomical features carved out in crystals.—
Anika Reed,
USA Today,
5 May 2026
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They were transferred on two medical aircrafts and have since landed in the Netherlands for treatment, Oceanwide said.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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Penn State quarterback Rocco Becht, who transferred to Penn State from Iowa State, talked Wednesday about how Campbell will be able to change the culture within the program.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
7 May 2026
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Schreiber was arrested last week, and Israel’s attorney general recommended extending his detention for the duration of the case.—
Melanie Lidman,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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Missouri’s largest craft brewery, Boulevard, was also recommended as the spot to visit before matches, given its proximity to the FIFA Fan Festival.—
Katelyn Umholtz,
Kansas City Star,
7 May 2026
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According to O’Leary, airports have effectively delegated to airlines the consequences of early morning happy hour—namely, rowdy passengers boarding flights while less than lucid.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
6 May 2026
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The federal government’s involvement in the voter process is not desired as it clearly, under the Fourteenth Amendment, is delegated to the states.—
Linh Tat,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
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The candidate has become accustomed to comical mailroom interactions with his neighbors, who are routinely delivered fliers emblazoned with his face.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
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Moreover, the flexible tandem cells also delivered strong results.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
7 May 2026
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“Commended.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commended. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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