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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 mayor and commissioner said police will be out in full force for the parade, as both commended NYPD officers for their work Saturday night when 63 people were arrested.
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Marcia Kramer, CBS News, 15 June 2026
Macron commended Trump for the announcement of the memorandum of understanding with Iran and for attending the G7 summit, which France is hosting, during his opening remarks.
—Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 15 June 2026
City leaders commended the bravery of the emergency personnel who performed the search during large surf, powerful currents and limited underwater visibility.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
Some commended the parks, including their staff and signage.
—ABC News, 10 June 2026
In a statement, the Sheriff’s Office commended the two bystanders, saying their actions stopped the attack and likely prevented additional injuries.
—Sacbee.com, 8 June 2026
For example, Dick Cheney’s 2008 address to the graduates emphasized the Coast Guard legacy and role in homeland security and commended the class on its motto to defend the Constitution and uphold high standards.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 27 May 2026
Sarah Eagan, executive director of the Center for Children’s Advocacy and former Child Advocate, said Scheff should be commended for running a challenging agency.
—Laura Tillman, Hartford Courant, 27 May 2026
Councilman Mike Brickner, R-At-large, commended McEvoy and the Park Board for taking this initiative.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
Marcia Kramer, CBS News, 15 June 2026
Macron commended Trump for the announcement of the memorandum of understanding with Iran and for attending the G7 summit, which France is hosting, during his opening remarks.
—Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 15 June 2026
City leaders commended the bravery of the emergency personnel who performed the search during large surf, powerful currents and limited underwater visibility.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
Some commended the parks, including their staff and signage.
—ABC News, 10 June 2026
In a statement, the Sheriff’s Office commended the two bystanders, saying their actions stopped the attack and likely prevented additional injuries.
—Sacbee.com, 8 June 2026
For example, Dick Cheney’s 2008 address to the graduates emphasized the Coast Guard legacy and role in homeland security and commended the class on its motto to defend the Constitution and uphold high standards.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 27 May 2026
Sarah Eagan, executive director of the Center for Children’s Advocacy and former Child Advocate, said Scheff should be commended for running a challenging agency.
—Laura Tillman, Hartford Courant, 27 May 2026
Councilman Mike Brickner, R-At-large, commended McEvoy and the Park Board for taking this initiative.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commended
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The prize in the amount of €30,000 ($34,400) was handed to the two projects, which were among seven works in progress that screened for a panel of industry professionals this week in Cluj.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
21 June 2026
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One example of a surprising fashion show led to interaction with guests presenting the spring 2024 collection in Milan, when staff members handed envelopes to attendees seated in the two grandstands facing a minimal black set.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
21 June 2026
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You are not simply assigned a room, you are temporarily entrusted with the care of an extraordinary beachfront home.—
Arion McNicoll,
TheWeek,
15 June 2026
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The 78-year-old has taken several nations to World Cups over the course of his career – be that the Netherlands or South Korea – and he has now been entrusted with Curaçao soccer’s biggest moment.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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By leaving the floor immediately, Wembanyama gave critics an easy target and allowed the story to become about his temperament rather than the Knicks' championship celebration.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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The Royals even gave Spence a slim lead.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
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Immigration advocates and lawyers said the hurricane season is just an excuse and not the real reason why the detainees have been transferred.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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Over the past weeks, family members and advocates have said that immigrants being held there had been moved to other Florida immigration facilities, such as Krome North Processing Center and Miami FDC, or transferred out of state.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
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The measles vaccine is recommended to be given in two doses — first at 12 to 15 months of age and again between 4 and 6 years of age, according to the CDC.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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Most people expect medicine to work because of what’s behind a pill or recommended treatment plan, but sometimes people feel better even when a remedy contains no active ingredient at all.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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Levine said that arrangement appeared inconsistent with Board of Governors regulations which establish that trustees must act collectively and limit the authority that can be delegated to individual board members.—
Garrett Shanley,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
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In an industry where most steps are routinely delegated to technicians, MedArt’s approach is structurally different — and the consistency of its verified Trustpilot and Google reviews reflects that difference.—
Ascend Agency,
Daily News,
17 June 2026
Verb
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As a federal holiday, mail is not delivered on this date and some businesses may be closed.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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Canada had a great opportunity to score in the seventh minute, when Ali Ahmed delivered a perfect ball to Jonathan David, but Qatari goalkeeper Mahmoud Abunada blocked his shot.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
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“Commended.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commended. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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