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
The main lobbying group for the tech industry, the Consumer Technology Association, is commending the Trump administration for extending his tariff pause to Aug. 1 when it was originally supposed to lapse on July 9.
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PC Magazine, 8 July 2025
Other Reddit users are weighing in, with many commending the woman for setting boundaries.
—Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 6 July 2025
Wilczek commended Austin for donating his time and efforts for the Cups 4 Cancer fundraiser and helping local children who are fighting cancer.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 6 July 2025
Inman had sent a handwritten letter to the university commending Wilmore's bravery.
—Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
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PC Magazine, 8 July 2025
Other Reddit users are weighing in, with many commending the woman for setting boundaries.
—Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 6 July 2025
Wilczek commended Austin for donating his time and efforts for the Cups 4 Cancer fundraiser and helping local children who are fighting cancer.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 6 July 2025
Inman had sent a handwritten letter to the university commending Wilmore's bravery.
—Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commend
Verb
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After her first two England camps in charge in September 2021, Wiegman — in the absence of former England captain Steph Houghton — handed Williamson the armband.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
5 July 2025
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One day in his office, he was handed five new lawsuits.—
Kristine Phillips,
IndyStar,
4 July 2025
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Others simply think that James will play out the final season on his contract and either leave for another team or retire next offseason.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 July 2025
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Only three of the top seven players in the world are left in the draw.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
5 July 2025
Verb
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The ranges are sourced from quarterly tax documents, and employers must give their permission for the department to release their names.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
14 July 2025
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The Dallas Mavericks gave fans their first look at Cooper Flagg through the first two games of the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 July 2025
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But the Ooni Volt 12 (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is the electric oven WIRED recommends most for the home kitchen.—
Matthew Korfhage,
Wired News,
8 July 2025
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One reader recommends visiting in December—just in time for snow and the Christmas markets.—
Peter Terzian,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
Verb
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Osorio-Piedra will now be held without bond in the Detention Center until he can be transferred to the state Department of Corrections.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
11 July 2025
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When nobody claimed him, he was transferred to the Rancho Coastal Humane Society through Friends of County Animal Shelters.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 July 2025
Verb
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Designers must create interaction models that allow people to delegate tasks, supervise actions or take over when needed.—
Antara Dave,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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When results and relationships had settled, Robson was able to delegate.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
7 July 2025
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Aside from that, Sheppard has been entrusted with the keys to Houston’s offense.—
Kelly Iko,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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The same stitch is still used to create a Birkin bag, which takes between 18 and 24 hours to make, and is sewn entirely by hand by a single artisan who has undergone years of training before being entrusted with the job.—
Laia Farran Graves,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Original price: $79.99 This vertical floor fan delivers powerful wind velocity for fast cooling across a wide area.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
5 July 2025
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Starting July 11, Newsweek Sports Betting Editor Tyler Everett will deliver his weekly takes on what to bet on during the upcoming weekend -- and why -- ➡️ to your inbox every Friday.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 July 2025
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“Commend.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commend. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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