commanding

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Raman had a commanding lead in a field of five major candidates, with 33% of voters supporting her, while Bass trailed at 17%.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

While the imminent SpaceX initial public offering is commanding plenty of attention right now, there are already ways to get in on the space boom beyond public satellite and launch plays, according to analysts.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Shah had remained silent publicly since his RSP party won the election in a landslide, winning a commanding majority of 182 in the 275-seat House of Representatives.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Hodgkinson, who supports Manchester United, claimed her first World Indoor Championships 800m title in commanding fashion in Poland last week.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

He walks with his shoulders square and has a gruff, commanding voice.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell