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
Detective Macy Sanchez and Officer Justine Chevalier were commended for saving a man from drowning in a pool by both jumping in to rescue him, and starting CPR.
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Terri Daxon, Oc Register, 5 Mar. 2026
Jones also commended the younger Guthrie for her strength.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Pierce commended Jones for his toughness, and despite Jones’ lengthy injury history, the receiver said at the end of the season that retaining Jones would go a long way toward also keeping him.
—James Boyd, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Super Men, the inside story of the 2015 Carolina Panthers, earned national recognition in the projects category and was commended for excellence in video.
—Charlotte Observer Staff Report, Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2026
Miller concurred and commended Superintendent David Buck on his communication with board members in the lead-up to the protests.
—Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 26 Feb. 2026
While ANTM‘s past models and judges have been commended for opening up on the Netflix docuseries, many feel that Banks did not fully take responsibility for her past actions and behavior.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 24 Feb. 2026
While the students' efforts ultimately did not affect the outcome of the vote, the district’s chief commended their efforts.
—Noah Alcala Bach, San Antonio Express-News, 24 Feb. 2026
Moreso, Cronin commended Dailey for telling his teammates to fight.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 22 Feb. 2026
Terri Daxon, Oc Register, 5 Mar. 2026
Jones also commended the younger Guthrie for her strength.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Pierce commended Jones for his toughness, and despite Jones’ lengthy injury history, the receiver said at the end of the season that retaining Jones would go a long way toward also keeping him.
—James Boyd, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Super Men, the inside story of the 2015 Carolina Panthers, earned national recognition in the projects category and was commended for excellence in video.
—Charlotte Observer Staff Report, Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2026
Miller concurred and commended Superintendent David Buck on his communication with board members in the lead-up to the protests.
—Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 26 Feb. 2026
While ANTM‘s past models and judges have been commended for opening up on the Netflix docuseries, many feel that Banks did not fully take responsibility for her past actions and behavior.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 24 Feb. 2026
While the students' efforts ultimately did not affect the outcome of the vote, the district’s chief commended their efforts.
—Noah Alcala Bach, San Antonio Express-News, 24 Feb. 2026
Moreso, Cronin commended Dailey for telling his teammates to fight.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 22 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commended
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The case in Rio de Janeiro’s famed beachside neighborhood, which allegedly took place in January, gained national traction last week when four suspects handed themselves over to authorities.—
Eléonore Hughes,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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According to Melissa, on October 28, 1977, Sharrey’s mom dropped her off at her boyfriend’s mobile home and handed her $20.—
Audrey Abrahams,
NBC news,
8 Mar. 2026
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The narrative centers on the mercenary Dao Ma, a wandering bounty hunter who is entrusted to escort a mysterious fugitive across the treacherous Western deserts to the capital of Chang’an.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
9 Mar. 2026
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Aragon-Shafi also feels he is entrusted with keeping the beloved community bookstore going.—
Judith Kohler,
Denver Post,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Examining and reexamining Blume’s work as an adult also gave Oppenheimer a better perspective of her writing style.—
Whitney Friedlander,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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The second half would be as testy as the first half promised, with neither team leading by more than three points until a late 9-0 run from the Falcons gave them a 63-57 edge with 2 minutes remaining.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The waterfall was acquired by Mount Angel Abbey in 1908 and transferred to The Abbey Foundation of Oregon, a nonprofit that supports the abbey, in 2002, according to Amanda Staggenborg, the foundation’s communications director.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Senior guard Kyra Gardner transferred from Washington State and earned Big Sky Newcomer of the Year.—
Rachel Roberts,
Idaho Statesman,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The man at the gun shop looked at Martinez, a small woman with round eyes and rosy cheeks, and recommended the pistol, which fit nicely in her hands.—
Ruby Cramer,
New Yorker,
12 Mar. 2026
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Often recommended for stomach or back sleepers, these provide a more sturdy, level sleep setting as opposed to the more contoured, plush comfort of a memory foam or latex mattress.—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The commander in chief has broad authority to personally classify or declassify documents as delegated by proper processes under Executive Order 13526, issued by Obama, said Liza Goitein, senior director of the Brennan Center’s Liberty and National Security Program.—
Danya Gainor,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
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The orders had been delegated down to the field commanders.—
March 2,
CBS News,
2 Mar. 2026
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But Adebayo delivered in the fourth quarter, scoring 13 points with the help of 9-of-12 shooting from the foul line in the final period.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
13 Mar. 2026
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Have the latest Reality Checks delivered to your inbox with our free newsletter.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Commended.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commended. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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