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

The Knicks have a commanding 2-0 lead 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. 8, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Meanwhile, Ava rises to captain her own sitcom ship, commanding this one with joy and gratitude, having learned that fear is antithetical to producing one’s best work.

From Salon • May 29, 2026

The next morning Bull Meecham was ordered to report to the office of Colonel Luther Windham, the commanding officer of the Marine group attached to the Forrestal.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy