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Manhattan Borough President Brad Hoylman-Sigal, who had sharply criticized the flag’s removal, commended news of the agreement.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

She commended their bravery, telling them they were not to blame themselves for his actions.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

Jones also commended the younger Guthrie for her strength.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026

A few commended Chait personally but said he had fallen short in managing school safety issues — which were under his jurisdiction in his immediate previous role as chief of operations.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2026

He had talked to her not with his voice, but with his ears, eyes, and lips; and he had even commended her with a wag of his tail.

From "Julie of the Wolves" by Jean Craighead George