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commandeer /ˌkɒm ənˈdɪər/
verb (used with object)
- to order or force into active military service.
- to seize (private property) for military or other public use: The police officer commandeered a taxi and took off after the getaway car.
- to seize arbitrarily.
Origin of commandeer
Afrikaans, French 1880-1885
Source: Dictionary.com
The police officer commandeered her to sit down.
Katrin, you grammar is excellent, but the use of the word is incorrect in this sentence. Review the definition and try again.
Ok, so how about “Can a police officer commandeer a car?” then?
Yes Katrin, excellent usage!
Altough I don’t like to play doll, I often commandeer the doll to keep Linda from playing
Nia, we typically use the word commandeer for some kind of official business. Such as, the police officer commandeers vehicles when necessary.