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
After reminding me of this quote, Grantham commended Prince, kind of.
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John Cassidy, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
Many social media comments, meanwhile, commended Baldoni's promotional message for viewers to always have hope.
—Emma Bowman, NPR, 22 Dec. 2024
Karlsson’s experience last season was analogous to that of Rob Edwards at Luton Town — although his side were relegated, he was commended for performing so impressively with a club unfamiliar to the top division.
—Michael Cox, The Athletic, 21 Dec. 2024
Others commended Kylie for being so relatable.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 17 Dec. 2024
The comments section was flooded with sympathy for the boyfriend and commended him for his efforts.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
The Defense Department is to be commended for its Replicator Initiative, a program designed to hasten the adoption of emerging military technologies, but creating an entirely new acquisition process raises the question of why the Pentagon doesn’t just fix its existing one.
—Mitch McConnell, Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2024
Clyburn, who had previously commended Biden for pardoning 11 people convicted of simple marijuana possession, said his action tackled injustice.
—Joey Garrison, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
She has been commended for her loyalty, integrity, compassion for people of all backgrounds, and is universally described as honest and steadfast in crisis.
—The Hill, 12 Dec. 2024
John Cassidy, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
Many social media comments, meanwhile, commended Baldoni's promotional message for viewers to always have hope.
—Emma Bowman, NPR, 22 Dec. 2024
Karlsson’s experience last season was analogous to that of Rob Edwards at Luton Town — although his side were relegated, he was commended for performing so impressively with a club unfamiliar to the top division.
—Michael Cox, The Athletic, 21 Dec. 2024
Others commended Kylie for being so relatable.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 17 Dec. 2024
The comments section was flooded with sympathy for the boyfriend and commended him for his efforts.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
The Defense Department is to be commended for its Replicator Initiative, a program designed to hasten the adoption of emerging military technologies, but creating an entirely new acquisition process raises the question of why the Pentagon doesn’t just fix its existing one.
—Mitch McConnell, Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2024
Clyburn, who had previously commended Biden for pardoning 11 people convicted of simple marijuana possession, said his action tackled injustice.
—Joey Garrison, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
She has been commended for her loyalty, integrity, compassion for people of all backgrounds, and is universally described as honest and steadfast in crisis.
—The Hill, 12 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commended
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The Stars and Golden Knights crushed them in late March, and the Devils handed them another two losses.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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As a result, Italy has reportedly handed Meta a bill for €900 million, with smaller claims lodged against the parent companies of X and LinkedIn.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Over the weekend, Hamas gave Qatar and Egypt its agreement to a proposal that resembles an offer made several weeks ago by White House envoy Steve Witkoff.—
Barak Ravid,
Axios,
31 Mar. 2025
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Plenty even gave me their own kitty stories too.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The player had transferred into the program, and his minutes were already waning.—
Sam Blum,
The Athletic,
6 Jan. 2025
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Over 70,000 pre-war fashion design photographs were transferred from design registrations to the Musée des Arts Décoratifs by the industrial tribunal of Paris in 1940, and over 120 of these photos form the basis of an exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
Verb
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While a tempting disposal solution, it is not recommended to use Christmas trees as firewood for indoor fireplaces.—
Abigayle Ward,
Hartford Courant,
28 Dec. 2024
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That said, the fact this game is now on PC is definitely welcomed and comes recommended.—
Ollie Barder,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Presidential tariff authority exists only through powers delegated by Congress, but those delegations were never intended to permit unilateral executive restructuring of the entire global trading system.—
Gordon G. Chang,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
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Officer Haley Buck located the remaining squirrels behind a toilet in the apartment’s bathroom and delegated Poarch to capture them using the basket, the footage shows.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Stocks @ Night is a daily newsletter delivered after hours, giving you a first look at tomorrow and last look at today.—
Jason Gewirtz,
CNBC,
11 Apr. 2025
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In his first season, Barkley nearly delivered.—
Doug Haller,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Almost every massive star who has passed through MLS — including Messi — was subject to the process.—
Pablo Maurer,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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It’s been more than a decade since ICE was kicked off of Rikers after the City Council passed and then-Mayor Bill de Blasio barring the feds.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Commended.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commended. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.
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