command a view
Example Sentences
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The Woodring porch would command a view of their back yards, and little else.
From Time Magazine Archive
The pond is not a large one - a quarter of a mile around its perimeter perhaps - so that by stepping out to any promontory, one can command a view of its entirety.
From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro
Miss Kenton seated herself on the bench provided, while I remained on my feet where I could command a view of the approaching bus.
From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro
Mostyn, who had relinquished the helm, stood just behind and a little to the side, so that he could command a view ahead.
From The Wireless Officer by Westerman, Percy F. (Percy Francis)
In fact, I command a view, not only of much of the city, but also of the neighbourhood for many miles around.
From Addresses & Papers / Collectanea by Eade, Peter
