COMMENDS Synonyms: 63 Similar and Opposite Words

commends

verb

present tense third-person singular of commend

as in gives

to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another I commend my fate into your hands

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Recent Examples of commends The report commends changes including protecting wetlands, improving stormwater and wastewater infrastructure, and expanding water quality monitoring, including notification programs that warn people about unsafe conditions in rivers and streams. — Joe Brandt, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026 Maynard also commends the company for its presentation of the result, in light of AI’s tendency to copy humans’ mathematical results and present them as its own ideas. — Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 12 Aug. 2026 In all, the review from animal welfare consulting firm Team Shelter USA commends the department’s medical and surgical care, low euthanasia rates, foster program and enrichment facilities for animals at the Carlsbad shelter. — Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Aug. 2026 Lewis recognizes the parallels, and commends Antosca’s clever nods. — Hunter Ingram, Variety, 1 Aug. 2026 The article commends their networking efforts but offers three strategies for better success. — Caroline Ceniza-Levine, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026 Miss Manners commends it as better than the usual aggressive-aggressive behavior — and more effective. — Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 30 June 2026 Pat O'Donnell, executive director of SAG-AFTRA's Washington-Mid Atlantic Local, which represents hundreds of NPR journalists, commends the network's approach to making job cuts. — David Folkenflik, NPR, 18 May 2026 The report commends the steps that Mayor Mike Johnston and the city have taken to reduce homelessness and bolster tourism downtown. — Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 5 Mar. 2026

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While a decision on Luis’ eligibility is unlikely to come soon, adding Dent and Clark at least gives Wade some cover in case his various roster-building methods fall through.

— Devon Henderson, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026
That gives our pizza this nice balance, this lightness and this strong structure.

— Bradley Alvelo, CNBC, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of gives

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As Washington devotes more of the budget to servicing debt, Congress leaves less money for education, infrastructure, medical research, national defense and future economic emergencies.

— Carolyn Bourdeaux, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026
What happened at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Saturday leaves pressing issues to address, but there are some signs of encouragement, too.

— Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of leaves

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These responsibilities are the reason society entrusts lawyers with responsibilities unlike those of any other profession.

— Joseph Andrew, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
And Curry entrusts his considerable talent to Kerr, who can look at his star point guard and just about diagnose his disposition.

— Marcus Thompson II, New York Times, 10 May 2026

Definition of entrusts

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Then the raccoon gets the gift of a lifetime when another fan hands him a full hot dog.

— Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Catalyst mines a company's ticket history for recurring problems, checks what the connected systems' APIs allow and generates the code, workflows and permissions to automate them, then hands the result to an administrator for approval.

— Victor Dey, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of hands

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For people heading into the backcountry, the Forest Service recommends using bear-resistant food containers and storing food away from campsites.

— Spencer Wilson, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
If your hair is feeling dry, hairstylist Kee Taylor recommends smoothing a lightweight oil through the midlengths and ends to improve manageability and shine.

— Marci Robin, Allure, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of recommends

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Outdoor Experiences The city skyline is iconic from any angle, but experiencing it from the water delivers an exhilarating new perspective—and makes for a thrilling way to connect with fellow adventurers.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026
Through a blend of camellia alba, blue ginger, hyaluronic acid, and vitamins C and E, this antioxidant-rich mist delivers not only a refreshingly cool sensation, but ensures your skin is protected against antioxidants and quenched.

— Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of delivers

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Wilson Tamfuh, a public and international law professor at the University of Dschang in West Cameroon, said the country has institutions that can keep the government running when the president delegates responsibilities.

— Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2026
Instead, Captain Pike delegates the investigation to Division 12, a mysterious branch of Starfleet that specializes in unexplained phenomena.

— Richard Edwards, Space.com, 30 July 2026

Definition of delegates

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In true Richards’ fashion, of course, Kyle transfers her distress into throwing yet another one of her overwrought white parties, whose guest list is filled with a caravan of beloved names in the Bravo-verse.

— Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026
Up front, transfers Jacaryous Holzendorf (Camden County), and RJ Robinson (Liberty) will be critical.

— Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2026

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