commanding

Example Sentences

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The 2021 US Open champion held a commanding 3-0 lead before rain halted play - but that would not disrupt her rhythm.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Perhaps it should no longer be surprising to report that Marx has a commanding lead in the polls over his two opponents, state Sen. Barbara Kirkmeyer and state Rep. Scott Bottoms.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

The Knicks took a commanding 2-0 lead on Friday in the best of seven series against the San Antonio Spurs, and now the action shifts to the Big Apple for games three and four.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

City Controller Kenneth Mejia holds a commanding lead over his opponent.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

At some point in the approach, Jones would tell Kelley he was now responsible for commanding the helicopter.

From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge