commend
verb (used with object)
to present, mention, or praise as worthy of confidence, notice, kindness, etc.; recommend.
commends
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present tense formof commend (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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The Sun also leads on the tributes at Old Trafford and commends PC Blades's sons as "brave lads".
From BBC ● Aug. 31, 2026
There is an amiability to Mr. Dale’s voice, though, that commends him both to the ear and to the material.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 19, 2025
In a statement, the management said it "welcomes the release of its editor and commends the courtesy, professionalism, and attentiveness demonstrated by investigators throughout the process".
From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2025
And Barnes, who directed Episodes 4 through 6, commends her capacity to be present for her fellow actors.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 26, 2025
He seems to have had several children, for he commends his young children to the care of the Town Council during his absence at the war in 1547.
From De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 by Georgius Agricola
