is commanding
- present progressive of command (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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While the imminent SpaceX initial public offering is commanding plenty of attention right now, there are already ways to get in on the space boom beyond public satellite and launch plays, according to analysts.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 3, 2026
A December Capricorn, his presence is commanding, but not in an obvious or obnoxious way.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2022
Buckley is commanding on screen because she projects an air of confidence even when she is most freaked out.
From Salon ● May 20, 2022
The Pittsburgh quarterback’s brilliant play is commanding Heisman Trophy-attention, which his counterpart at North Carolina hogged during the run-up to the 2021 season.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 10, 2021
“Nathaniel,” said Mr.-Derby, “Captain Prince is commanding a ship of mine—the Henry—on a voyage to Bourbon. He agrees with me that you’d make an excellent clerk.”
From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham
