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Manhattan Borough President Brad Hoylman-Sigal, who had sharply criticized the flag’s removal, commended news of the agreement.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
Some were uncharacteristic misses on open chances, Lakers coach JJ Redick conceded, but he commended his players for making the majority of Edwards’ chances difficult.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026
Sayers commended the philosopher for anticipating “the great modern theory of fair-play” that defined these works: The author must present all the clues necessary for solving the mystery while misleading the reader about their import.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026
Many others also took to social media to express solidarity with Deepak and commended him for standing up to bullies.
From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026
He commended me for my ambition and said he would think about what I had said.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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