commanding

Example Sentences

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Mythos has sparked fears of hackers commanding armies of AI agents able to break through computer defenses with ease.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

So far, with McIlroy holding a commanding advantage in his pursuit of a rare back-to-back Masters win, there haven't been any.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Rhian Teasdale is a commanding presence on stage, and songs like “mangetout,” “CPR,” and “jennifer’s body” are rendered utterly screamable at one of their shows.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

College sports leaders are trying to squeeze the genie back into the bottle—witness the president’s new executive order commanding transfer and eligibility limits, among other items—but it’s hard to see the landscape changing soon.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

The man in front of me is an officer, commanding me to solemnly swear that I will not share any secrets.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin