commissioned

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Cadbury, along with other chocolatiers, was commissioned by Queen Victoria to produce thousands of tins of chocolate for British soldiers fighting in South Africa.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

The 105-megawatt Pastoria Solar Project was commissioned on April 16, while the Pin Oak Creek Energy Center achieved commercial operation on April 30.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

Long commissioned an "accelerated review" of legal aid fees in February.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Yet a field survey commissioned by the developers found no tortoises, which are listed as endangered by the state of California.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

Mr. Barris inquires as to whether Herr Thiessen would be interested in making a special commissioned piece.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern