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However, earlier this year the OIG commended the FBI for its role in screening Afghans on the scheme.
From BBC
He commended Whitaker’s sharp comedic timing and the unique choices she made in her performance throughout the series.
From Los Angeles Times
"Detectives must be commended for acting swiftly under enormous pressure and public expectation," she said.
From BBC
The governor said he commended the Environmental Protection Agency for its work during the first phase of hazardous removal of wildfire debris.
From Los Angeles Times
Jez said his friend and bandmate's admission that he needed help was to be commended and that while he was "not out of the woods yet", he was "doing a lot better".
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.