commend (one) to (someone or something)

commend (one) to (someone or something)

To speak favorably of someone to another person or group. I commended Jeff to the award selection committee because his extraordinary bravery in rescuing all of those people from the apartment fire deserves to be recognized. I'm sure if you ask him, your former manager will commend you to the search committee. You guys always had a strong working relationship. You have grown into such a kind, respectful young lady that I just had to commend you to your mother when I bumped into her at the store.

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commend someone or something to someone or something

to recommend or speak well of someone to someone or a group. I commend Walter to your organization. He would make a fine employee. We commended your organization to Martha, who may wish to become a member.

See also: commend, to

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