commanding

Example Sentences

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The latest results from Thursday's election show that President Yoweri Museveni has a commanding lead and is set to extend his 40 years in power.

From BBC

As Uganda endured a tense wait after Thursday's polls, Museveni had a commanding lead against Wine, 43, a former singer turned politician, with final results due around 1100 GMT.

From Barron's

But it also leaves one realizing that “A Private Life,” despite the commanding leading lady holding its center, is a bit mixed up by design.

From Los Angeles Times

It will also assert that the president has not demonstrated that the documentary caused any actual damage to him, noting that he was re-elected after the programme aired and carried Florida with a commanding majority.

From BBC

James, 41, finished with 30 points, eight rebounds, eight assists, two steals and a block in a commanding all-round display.

From Barron's