Example Sentences

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The companies are commanding lofty valuations, and it can be difficult for some funds to snag stakes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026

“It starts with the fastball. When you are commanding it early in the game you get respect from the other team with your fastball and that is what he did tonight.”

From Washington Times • Jun. 7, 2023

North American pilots are commanding increased leverage as carriers staff up to meet booming demand, putting pressure on U.S. airline profits.

From Reuters • Feb. 3, 2023

OK, once again the Rams are commanding attention.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 12, 2021

The public buildings are commanding in their architectural effect, and are many of them adorned with sculpture.

From Foot-prints of Travel or, Journeyings in Many Lands by Ballou, Maturin Murray