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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
Hunt commended the crews involved for their teamwork.
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Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
Walker commended Polis for his emphasis on mitigation and for preventing claims or reducing their severity.
—Aldo Svaldi, Denver Post, 24 Apr. 2026
Her strength, professionalism and keen insight are to be commended.
—Jerald McNair, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Sarah Emond, president and CEO of the Institute for Clinical and Economic Review, a nonprofit group that evaluates the cost and effectiveness of drugs, said Regeneron should be commended on its pricing.
—Berkeley Lovelace Jr, NBC news, 23 Apr. 2026
Wiseman commended the pilot for the mission, Victor Glover, for his composure during the reentry.
—ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026
Despite how difficult sitting through the case was, the jurors commended Miami-Dade Circuit Court Judge Marisa Tinkler Mendez for her fairness — and lead prosecutor Abbe Rifkin for fighting so hard for Quatisha.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 11 Apr. 2026
Alex Souponetsky, general manager of Fly Legacy Aviation, commended Aytch’s handling of the emergency.
—Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
The Daphne founder commended The Traitors season three star further, noting that Miller will address the situation when the time is right for her.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 3 Apr. 2026
Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
Walker commended Polis for his emphasis on mitigation and for preventing claims or reducing their severity.
—Aldo Svaldi, Denver Post, 24 Apr. 2026
Her strength, professionalism and keen insight are to be commended.
—Jerald McNair, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Sarah Emond, president and CEO of the Institute for Clinical and Economic Review, a nonprofit group that evaluates the cost and effectiveness of drugs, said Regeneron should be commended on its pricing.
—Berkeley Lovelace Jr, NBC news, 23 Apr. 2026
Wiseman commended the pilot for the mission, Victor Glover, for his composure during the reentry.
—ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026
Despite how difficult sitting through the case was, the jurors commended Miami-Dade Circuit Court Judge Marisa Tinkler Mendez for her fairness — and lead prosecutor Abbe Rifkin for fighting so hard for Quatisha.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 11 Apr. 2026
Alex Souponetsky, general manager of Fly Legacy Aviation, commended Aytch’s handling of the emergency.
—Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
The Daphne founder commended The Traitors season three star further, noting that Miller will address the situation when the time is right for her.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 3 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commended
Verb
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China’s metals industry began this year with its biggest profits in at least a decade as soaring prices for aluminum and copper handed the sector a major boost.—
Bloomberg,
Bloomberg,
27 Apr. 2026
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Then the case counsellor handed me the check for eight hundred dollars.—
Saïd Sayrafiezadeh,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
Verb
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That is not too much to ask of students, our teachers, or the institutions entrusted with launching us into our careers as physicians, researchers, and healers.—
Uzma Rentia,
STAT,
27 Apr. 2026
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Last year, the White House entrusted Driscoll with a second role—directing the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives—much like how Rubio carries the titles of secretary of state and national security adviser.—
Michael Scherer,
The Atlantic,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Struijk’s error was punished, but nobody in white gave a good account of themselves during an opening period in which Daniel Farke admitted there was nervousness in his line-up.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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White told reporters at his Halas Hall introduction that his on-field tenacity comes from rivalries with his brothers and dad that stoked his fire and gave him a cutthroat edge.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The midcentury abode was transferred to custodians of the McCann Trust that holds the property in 2022 and, after hitting the market April 10 for nearly $3 million, a contingent offer for its sale has already been accepted.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
30 Apr. 2026
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Grace the catcher and conference player of the year, transferred to Arizona, Hope, a pitcher, moved onto Ole Miss in the portal.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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This version of the food wheel included the same five food groups as The Hassle-Free Guide to a Better Diet and recommended a diet that prioritized breads, grains, cereals, and vegetables.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
30 Apr. 2026
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To help drivers save money, Jenkins recommended shopping around at different gas stations for the best price, using reward programs, and driving conservatively.—
Bri Buckley,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Fire delegated the effort of digestion from belly to boiling pot.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
22 Apr. 2026
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Due diligence review, oversight and transparency cannot be delegated.—
Nicole Crosby,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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From Nasser to Khomeini, the region’s revolutionary ideologies have delivered only ruin.—
Danielle Pletka,
Washington Post,
1 May 2026
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Towns delivered his second triple-double of the series, contributing 12 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
1 May 2026
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