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(satellite adjective) not allowing contradiction or refusal; "spoke in commanding (or peremptory) tones"; "peremptory commands" |
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Synonyms: peremptory |
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(satellite adjective) used of a height or viewpoint; "a commanding view of the ocean"; "looked up at the castle dominating the countryside"; "the balcony overlooking the ballroom" |
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Synonyms: dominating, overlooking |
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(satellite adjective) of the highest rank; used of persons; "the commanding officer" |
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Synonyms: ranking, top-level, top-ranking |
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