commanding

Example Sentences

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When given center stage, his Putin is commanding, reminding us of the real sinister power in the room.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

But Labour still holds a commanding majority in the House of Commons, and Kemi Badenoch’s diminished band of Conservatives still sit across from them as His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

The Backstreet Boys are no longer boys—the oldest, Kevin Richardson, is 54, and the youngest, Nick Carter, is 46—but they’re commanding thousands of dollars from now-grown-up fans for tickets and travel.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

As gas prices go up, that’s commanding more share of people’s wallets, while electronics are the first to get cut.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

We set forth, four gray shadows behind the white blur of Nigel’s big backside and his commanding tail.

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck