Sentence examples for show a command of from inspiring English sources

But it was Mr. Romney who dominated the evening, speaking more than the other candidates as he tried to show a command of economic issues.

In addition to the application, naturalization applicants are subject to an in person interview at which time they may be required to show a command of the English language and to pass a U.S. history exam.

Gordon Brown soon showed a command of orderly detail.

The duet from "Meadow" (1999) shows a command of several aspects of partnering.

"This big motherfucker is very dangerous!" she said, showing a command of English more decisive than anything the contestants could muster.

While Mr. Murphy showed a command of policy details, Ms. McMahon relentlessly stuck to her talking points, at one point repeating a series of sentences verbatim after an earlier attempt had been drowned out by a moderator.

Clinton will have no problem showing a command of issues.

She showed a command of the issues and preparedness to be president superior to any of the other candidates.

She still maintained that book-smart ability to repeat facts (like the merger cases) and shows a command of medical situations".

At a time when ancient cultures and conflicts are increasing American involvement around the world, American students show a poor command of history, according to the results of a history exam given to a sample of students by the federal government and released here today.

His five volumes of Symbolist verse Sögur og kvaedi (1897; "Stories and Poems"), Hafblik (1906; "Smooth Seas"), Hrannir (1913; "Waves"), Vogar (1921; "Billows"), Hvammar (1930; "Grass Hollows")—show a masterful command of the language and the influence of his extensive travels, and they exemplify his patriotism, mysticism, and love of nature.