1
as in appointing
to appoint as one's representative
plans to commission a deputy to investigate the matter
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2
as in enabling
to give official or legal power to
was commissioned lieutenant
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3
as in entrusting
to give a task, duty, or responsibility to
was commissioned to do the biography
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as in nominating
to pick (someone) by one's authority for a specific position or duty
commissioned him to head the office of veterans affairs
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In the aftermath of Skinner’s exit, Spurs underwent an internal review of their women’s setup, appointing Andy Rogers — previously Spurs’ head of global development — to managing director of women’s football.—
Megan Feringa,
The Athletic,
24 Mar. 2025 -
Judges are now appointing themselves as head of the Bureau of Prisons to nullify election results.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
20 Mar. 2025
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Also on the tech front, social media will be instrumental in enabling more efficient communications between students and property staff, Westover says.—
Jeffrey Steele,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Sesame’s cutting-edge software solutions combine customizable technology modules, powerful analytical tools, and seamless collaboration features, enabling users to unlock their full potential.—
John Werner,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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However, one of the barriers to small business growth can be the reluctance to, or fear of, delegating tasks and roles to other people.—
Fiona Simpson,
Forbes,
16 Dec. 2024
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The doctrine, broadly speaking, bars Congress from delegating that power to the executive branch — which, these days, means to federal agencies.—
Alison Frankel,
Reuters,
25 Nov. 2024
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The committee has written authorizing legislation to mandate this, Cruz reminded Isaacman.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
9 Apr. 2025
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The next step in the case would be the High Court of Cassation in France authorizing criminal proceedings.—
Sharareh Drury,
People.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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While chores can be healthy for kids, parents will want to keep certain things in mind when assigning them.—
Beth Ann Mayer,
Parents,
13 Mar. 2025
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For example, in addition to assigning workers to picks, the WMS may print labels at print stations that need to be attached to cases.—
Steve Banker,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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For many business leaders, building an AI strategy that aligns with organizational goals while empowering employees to embrace the change is challenging.—
Kolawole Samuel Adebayo,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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The mom of two is widely known for her daring, trailblazing and even empowering looks and fashion philosophies.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
23 Dec. 2024
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But two years ago, the Diamondbacks exploited the three wild card system, qualifying for the postseason with 84 wins and then going on a magical run to the Series.—
Ken Rosenthal,
The Athletic,
3 Jan. 2025
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The misperception here is the belief Congress is currently raising the age for qualifying for Social Security benefits, and that isn't the case.—
Suzanne Blake,
Newsweek,
2 Jan. 2025
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“Commissioning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commissioning. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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