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Danielle Allen is to be commended for her own act of resistance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

He said the government, which has been coming under fierce criticism for the widespread insecurity across Nigeria, commended the troops.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

The judge also commended the "bravery" of Phillip Morgan, as well as the actions of other people.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

South Carolina State University President Alexander Conyers commended the students for objecting “in a manner that reflects the importance of civic engagement and respectful discourse.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

Tycho had commended Mars to Kepler because its apparent motion seemed most anomalous, most difficult to reconcile with an orbit made of circles.

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan