commanding
Example Sentences
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Having kept faith with mostly the same starting XV during England's autumn run of successes and commanding win over Wales, will their disappointing performance in Edinburgh result in some changes?
From BBC
Mr. Belcher does make for a convincingly commanding warrior, exuding a powerful, coiled energy like a snake ever ready to spring.
"We are all grieving alongside the Oforah family," said Col Tom Trimble, commanding officer of the Marine Expeditionary Unit known as Special Operations Capable.
From BBC
It has a commanding lead in opinion polls.
From Barron's
Health screenings, weight-loss meds and better-for-you beverages will take center stage in Super Bowl commercials Sunday, commanding a spotlight once dominated by beer and junk food.
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