The phrase "a commendable start" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it to describe an initial effort or beginning that is worthy of praise or recognition.
Example: "The team's presentation was a commendable start to the project, showcasing their dedication and hard work."
Alternatives: "an admirable beginning" or "a praiseworthy initiation".
With some dishes at Red Lantern, she has made a commendable start.
At a time when good ideas are depressingly scarce in the political and economic debate, and bipartisan agreement even scarcer, this is a commendable start.
While Oliver's new collaboration is by no means a solution to America's obesity crisis, it is a commendable start, as it takes the guesswork out of meal planning and offers insights about nutrition, portion size and tastiness.
"It is a very commendable start," says Alvin Tan, manager of a young online business and one of Singapore's rare self-made entrepreneurs.
Considering the dearth of information available, this is a commendable first draft of history.
While he couldn't follow that up with a strong showing against Manchester United, the youngster's commendable start to life on the south coast suggests a first senior cap will come about sooner rather than later.
Lukas won this race last year with Commendable, an 18-1 shot.
This resolution by the Cabinet, which should help put a stop to these practices, is a commendable and critical first step towards ensuring the best start in life for all children in Thailand.
This resolution by the Cabinet, which should help put a stop to these practices, is a commendable and critical step towards ensuring the best start in life for all children in Thailand".
Barbara Roche, the former immigration minister and chair of a migration museum project says the Games, starting with Danny Boyle's opening ceremony, have shone a commendable light on the level of diversity that exists in many parts of Britain.
It got off to a good start over the weekend, generating $100,300£61,00808) from four theatres for a commendable $25,075£15,29797) average.
