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command

[kuh-mand, -mahnd] / kəˈmænd, -ˈmɑnd /






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Born in 1970, Haddad assumed command of the armed wing in May last year following the killing of his immediate predecessor, also in an Israeli strike, according to a Hamas source.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

Officials said a joint operation in the West African country killed the group’s alleged second in command.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

And only DeMichelle’s Marguerite has the necessary command to bring this obstreperous monarch to heel.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Not long after, a statement from Iran's top military command said US "aerial attacks" struck the coasts of Bandar Khamir, Sirik and Qeshm Island.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

I have been waiting for code to arrive from the command desk.

From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga




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