as in to hand
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
I commend my fate into your hands
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Recent Examples of commend
In a statement posted online, Secaucus Police Chief Dennis Miller commended the department for exercising restraint while responding to the incident.
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Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Henneberry commended both the Haberman family and the community for finding a bright light and taking something that is terrible and making something that is beautiful.
—Cathy Kozlowicz, jsonline.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Counsell commended Horton for buckling down to make big pitches when the Rockies had runners in scoring position.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 30 Aug. 2025
In its first statement since the shooting, the church commended law enforcement and its staff for acting quickly to protect students.
—Marc Santia, NBC news, 28 Aug. 2025
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Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Henneberry commended both the Haberman family and the community for finding a bright light and taking something that is terrible and making something that is beautiful.
—Cathy Kozlowicz, jsonline.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Counsell commended Horton for buckling down to make big pitches when the Rockies had runners in scoring position.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 30 Aug. 2025
In its first statement since the shooting, the church commended law enforcement and its staff for acting quickly to protect students.
—Marc Santia, NBC news, 28 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commend
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The associate handed each worker a stack of cash.—
ProPublica,
ProPublica,
13 Sep. 2025
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Glasses of Ace of Spade Champagne were being passed out, and groups were being directed to floors based on the bracelets they were handed upon arrival — moon, sun, star and diamond.—
Kristen Tauer,
Footwear News,
13 Sep. 2025
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Much of central Saskatchewan received less than half an inch of rainfall in April and May, leaving many wetlands dry.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Sep. 2025
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Among its 14 plant oils are argan kernel and rice bran, which regulate sebum production and loosen dead skin cells, respectively—and, together, leave your pores looking significantly smaller and your skin significantly smoother.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Since applicants go through the renewal process every two years, immigration experts say that those with active status have already been screened by the government and given protection from deportation.—
Armando Garcia,
ABC News,
18 Sep. 2025
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The app gives owners the option to connect with the owners of their canine's relative, to exchange information about their pets or schedule a playdate.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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Others recommended calculating an exact percentage based on apartment size.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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It had been recommended that Epstein have a cellmate after being taken off suicide watch, but the Metropolitan Correctional Center failed to assign one.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
17 Sep. 2025
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Many successful professionals combine multiple approaches—starting with community college, transferring to four-year schools, adding certifications, or launching businesses alongside traditional employment.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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That dream never manifested, and eventually, the republican government’s international legitimacy was transferred to the surging mainland.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
16 Sep. 2025
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The lesson is clear—when leaders delegate authority and trust their teams, autonomy becomes a force multiplier for growth, innovation, and resilience.—
Brent Gleeson,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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At this stage, there are no names assured of one of the top recruitment jobs, but delegating responsibilities from vacated positions to existing staff could help streamline what is a large headcount, which some feel already overlaps in places.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
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To take one subset, a number of people entrusted to teach young people have been caught celebrating the killing.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
14 Sep. 2025
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The most effective leaders stay connected in select, high-leverage areas—those that define brand, culture, or strategic direction—while entrusting others with execution.—
Brent Gleeson,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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The first rapid prototype antenna was delivered in June 1998.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Sep. 2025
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After 10 tumultuous years with the Toronto Maple Leafs, Kadri delivered his best campaign with the Colorado Avalanche in 2021-22, posting 89 points in the regular season and finishing by hoisting the Stanley Cup.—
Carol Schram,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Commend.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commend. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.
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