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Many of the original ventures that commanded huge market valuations fail.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

Becerra, with his extensive legal and political background spanning decades, bears responsibility for exercising greater scrutiny regarding why managing a largely inactive account commanded significantly higher fees than standard professional rates.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

John “JV” Venable, who commanded operations at the Al Udeid air base in Qatar during his time in the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

The new opposition coalition of six political parties says that it commanded 27 seats compared to the government's 23 seats.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

The Shadow Queen twisted her hands and commanded magic.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova