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“We need more people to talk about this and not stay quiet. Kacey is coming from another community and stepping up, I mean, that’s big, man. That’s huge. I commend her for that,” said Muñoz.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 8, 2026
"Everything has been free and I want to commend the Kano government for this scheme because without it, many couldn't have afforded to marry due to the high cost of living."
From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2026
“We commend their heroic actions, which we believe helped drive the suspect away from the scene and prevent further casualties,” the department wrote in a statement on Facebook.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2026
"So, I really commend the victims in this case for their courage and their fortitude," she told Evening Extra.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
I commend him in his own right, for he is the co-architect of a great and noble experiment.
From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison
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The cases taken by these seat-of-the-pants sleuths are not always cloak-and-dagger—a potential client of their fledgling detective agency commends them at one point for having found someone else’s lost dog.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026
In a statement, the management said it "welcomes the release of its editor and commends the courtesy, professionalism, and attentiveness demonstrated by investigators throughout the process".
From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2025
He says that whilst he commends Rothman's "clever handle" and the cinephile in him values the biopics' "bold statement about the value of cinemas and communal viewing," market realities present cautionary signs.
From BBC ● Apr. 5, 2025
She commends his dedication and will to sustain his operations almost single-handedly.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2024
Orlandi likewise greatly commends Angiolmaria Crivelli in the same branch, though I have seen nothing from his hand entitling him to so much eulogy.
From The History of Painting in Italy, Vol. IV (of 6) from the Period of the Revival of the Fine Arts to the End of the Eighteenth Century by Luigi Antonio Lanzi
During his first two years as the Lakers coach, Redick admired Williams’ intent on the defensive end from afar and commended the forward’s willingness to defend other teams’ star players.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2026
However, Green Party leader Zack Polanski said: "Sarah Helm is speaking absolute common sense and should be commended for her bravery."
From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026
I have some doubts whether livestreaming the execution is advisable, but Mr. Hegseth should be commended for his honesty, and for showing Mr. Hasan mercy.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 12, 2026
Rodriguez has been a vocal advocate for placing the cameras across Texas and has commended their use in Laredo and elsewhere for allowing a new approach to detecting crime.
From Salon ● Sep. 28, 2026
The document also commended the local sheriff for his prompt and successful action to protect property and persons in the vicinity and for his judgment in selecting his deputies.
From "Fannie Never Flinched" by Mary Cronk Farrell
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During Sharaa's last visit in January, Putin said "much has been accomplished in terms of restoring our interstate relations", commending Sharaa for his "efforts to restore Syria's territorial integrity".
From Barron's ● Aug. 9, 2026
He has tried to walk a tightrope, commending citizens for exercising their right to protest but urging them not to “take the bait” by crossing into violence.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 26, 2026
Organizations like the Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Boston have also sent out emails to their membership commending the commission.
From Salon ● Nov. 30, 2025
The Chinese internet paid keen attention to the report, with some commending what they see as transparent disclosure and others asking for perpetrators in this case to be held accountable.
From BBC ● Jul. 22, 2025
“Officer Delinko, you’re back on the road, effective immediately. In addition, the sergeant has written a letter commending the outstanding job you did in capturing our suspect. This will become part of your permanent file.”
From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen
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