commanding

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Andy Murray ending the nation's 77-year wait for a men's singles champion in 2013 was the height of euphoria, and his commanding win three years later was not far behind.

From BBC • Jul. 8, 2026

Released on May 28, the LP contains 23 corridos, which see Laija García strike the commanding tone of brazen CEO.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 7, 2026

Big oil tankers are commanding $280,000 a day to head into the Persian Gulf to pick up cargoes, danger notwithstanding.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026

This is ultimately due to the fact that British prime ministers derive power from commanding the confidence of the House of Commons, where Labour enjoys a massive majority.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026

November 21 the Putnam sailed, “bound for Sumatra and the pepper islands, God willing”—Captain Bowditch commanding.

From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham