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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
The judging panel, which this year included actor Emma Watson, commended the property for capturing the spirit of Beijing through its blends of traditional Hutong architecture and modern refinement.
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Chrissie McClatchie, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026
The dean of the diplomatic corps, François commended the council for establishing specialized judicial units to investigate financial crimes and mass atrocities.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
Pereira commended Xcel for expanding its assistance for customers having trouble paying their utility bills, but said the company needs to focus on affordability more broadly.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 8 Jan. 2026
Working to improve safety The head of the commercial airplane unit at Boeing at the time, Stan Deal, commended the Alaska Airlines crew for safely landing the plane in a memo to employees after the incident.
—CBS News, 7 Jan. 2026
Chief Justice Ann Scott Timmer commended court employees and first responders for their handling of the incident, which resulted in zero reported injuries.
—Perry Vandell, AZCentral.com, 6 Jan. 2026
Critics and fans have commended the adaptation for its acting, cinematography, and adherence to the original source material.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Jan. 2026
Shapiro commended the response to the fire.
—Sasha Pezenik, ABC News, 24 Dec. 2025
While having tea with Wiggins, Charles commended Chatfield’s treatment and recovery rate.
—Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 7 Nov. 2025
Chrissie McClatchie, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026
The dean of the diplomatic corps, François commended the council for establishing specialized judicial units to investigate financial crimes and mass atrocities.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
Pereira commended Xcel for expanding its assistance for customers having trouble paying their utility bills, but said the company needs to focus on affordability more broadly.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 8 Jan. 2026
Working to improve safety The head of the commercial airplane unit at Boeing at the time, Stan Deal, commended the Alaska Airlines crew for safely landing the plane in a memo to employees after the incident.
—CBS News, 7 Jan. 2026
Chief Justice Ann Scott Timmer commended court employees and first responders for their handling of the incident, which resulted in zero reported injuries.
—Perry Vandell, AZCentral.com, 6 Jan. 2026
Critics and fans have commended the adaptation for its acting, cinematography, and adherence to the original source material.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Jan. 2026
Shapiro commended the response to the fire.
—Sasha Pezenik, ABC News, 24 Dec. 2025
While having tea with Wiggins, Charles commended Chatfield’s treatment and recovery rate.
—Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commended
Verb
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In a preseason contest against Arizona, though, Webb was handed the play-calling reins and widely impressed in a 27-7 win.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
7 Jan. 2026
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Over the last few years, HBO has handed Maher a two season deal each time, the last one in 2024.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Time and time again, evidence mounts that those entrusted with executive management responsibilities struggle to keep up.—
Torrey Snow,
Baltimore Sun,
7 Jan. 2026
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It was treated as irrelevant, rather than as a co-equal branch entrusted with the gravest decision a republic can make.—
Jon Duffy,
Mercury News,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The new mom gave a baby update in December, sharing a photo of her baby bump in the mirror along with other snapshots.—
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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Marshall Chiles, who founded the Laughing Skull Lounge in Midtown, gave The Atlanta Journal-Constitution an exclusive tour of the 6,000-square-foot space behind Dancing Goats Coffee Shop.—
Rodney Ho,
AJC.com,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Reserve defensive tackle Donta Simpson also transferred out.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
13 Jan. 2026
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Oklahoma State guard Noah McKinney transferred to TCU during the fall shortly after head coach Mike Gundy was fired in Stillwater.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Jan. 2026
Verb
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One idea leaders panned, though, was creating a line item for vouchers separate from the traditional K-12 budget — something the Senate, Governor’s Office and state auditors all recommended.—
Garrett Shanley,
Miami Herald,
12 Jan. 2026
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Ever since the Senate Select Committee on Nutrition and Human Needs’ 1977 Dietary Goals for Americans recommended reduced meat consumption, the meat and dairy lobbies have been battling nutritionists and other health professionals for the dietary soul of the American people.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
11 Jan. 2026
Verb
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His responsibilities will be delegated internally through NASCAR's president -- now Steve O'Donnell -- and the executive leadership team.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 Jan. 2026
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There are no immediate plans to replace the commissioner role, either, NASCAR wrote in a statement, adding that Phelps’s responsibilities will be delegated internally through NASCAR president Steve O’Donnell and executive leadership team.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Their study suggests that slow, orderly streams of cool gas already inside the galaxy—or delivered by interactions with nearby galaxies—may be quietly feeding central black holes, allowing those black holes to gently shut down star formation without blowing the galaxy apart.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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Have the latest Reality Checks delivered to your inbox with our free newsletter.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Commended.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commended. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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