commanding
Example Sentences
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Matz Sels: Was commanding and it was his punt up the field that led to Ndoye's goal.
From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2026
Mamdani remains popular and influential, commanding high approval numbers from likely voters and acting as a kingmaker for candidates who can enact his affordability agenda.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026
He leaves the room commanding the staff to “Make. Me. Money” and summons the elevator by barking “Open!”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 27, 2026
Dulli’s voice has always been commanding but now it has depth and a richness.
From Salon ● Aug. 25, 2026
They sprinted down the dirt road, Ben taking a commanding lead with every stride, until he heard Sammy trip over a stump and somersault into an oleander bush.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
