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commend

[kuh-mend] / kəˈmɛnd /




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Consequently, any attempt to commend the ascetic practices of one religion to the other is fruitless.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

The justice secretary told BBC Scotland News she wanted to commend Lisa "for her courage and her campaign for change".

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

"We were 40-50 runs short. Must commend the guys in the bottom half for giving us a chance."

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

The Oklahoma City mayor, in a Facebook post, wrote that “I commend the owners for their decision and thank them on behalf of the people of Oklahoma City.”

From Slate • Feb. 12, 2026

My father, a Confucian of high order, would commend me for finally honoring that which is wholly evident.

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee