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commend (someone) for (something)

To compliment or praise someone for something that they have done. I have to commend you for your extraordinary bravery in a dangerous situation. I'm sure all of the people you rescued from the fire see you as a hero. Did the boss actually commend us on a job well done? Wow, never thought I'd see the day! I must commend that young lady for the kindness and respect she shows students and teachers alike.

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commend someone for something

to praise someone for doing something. The committee commended Ralph for his good work.

See also: commend, for

McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs. © 2002 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.