commanding

Example Sentences

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“Set within one of the city’s most secure gated enclaves, this newly rebuilt estate spans five acres on a commanding promontory, opening to sweeping mountain views and complete seclusion,” the description adds.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

I hope voters check out at least one episode to see Patricia Arquette’s commanding performance as Maggie Murdaugh, Alex’s long-suffering, demanding wife.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Rather than being icily commanding, he comes across as a petulant muppet.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

As a result of this "commanding position", he added "the public expectation will be for me to be returned as first minister and to lead a government".

From BBC • May 8, 2026

She switches to English, her voice calm and commanding.

From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed