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has commanded

  • present perfect of command (3rd person singular).

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Since the beginning of the decade, the S&P 500 Information Technology Sector Index has commanded an ever-larger percentage of the overall index.

From Barron's May 29, 2026

The new photos and video footage represent the most significant development so far in a case that has commanded the country’s attention with few public answers.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 10, 2026

Polls also suggest the Labour Party has commanded the support of no more than a fifth of the electorate in recent months.

From BBC Nov. 11, 2025

In practice, fear has commanded a sizable lead in the race against satire since 9/11, when ABC cancelled Bill Maher’s “Politically Incorrect.”

From Salon Sep. 19, 2025

"My lord, I . . . we . . . the queen has commanded me not to . . ." His ears had turned Lannister crimson.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin