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Example Sentences
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"Our lifeguards show selflessness every day in keeping our world-famous beaches safe for surfers and swimmers, but what we saw on Sunday night should be commended and celebrated," he said.
From Barron's
"I commend the jury for seeing through this act," he added.
From BBC
There is an amiability to Mr. Dale’s voice, though, that commends him both to the ear and to the material.
In a brief statement, the mayor commended McDonnell and said she looked forward to working with him to make the city safer “while addressing concerns about police interaction with the public and press.”
From Los Angeles Times
For that I commend you, as this is not always easy to acknowledge.
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.