Commandeer Meaning in English
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Definition
To take something, especially property or vehicles, for official or military use, often without the owner’s permission.
Usage & Nuances
Formal and often legal or military. Common with 'authorities', 'military', or 'government' (e.g. 'The army commandeered trucks'). More forceful than 'borrow'; implies official power and lack of consent. Not used for everyday borrowing.
Example Sentences
The army commandeered several vehicles for the mission.
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During the festival, organizers had to commandeer extra chairs from nearby offices.
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Police can commandeer a building in an emergency.
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Officials commandeered supplies during the disaster.
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If you park there, they might commandeer your car for the parade.
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The government quickly commandeered all available trucks to distribute food.
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