He is a 'commanding' figure in American literature. [=he is an important and respected figure in American literature]
He has a 'commanding presence' when he speaks. [=he attracts attention when he speaks]
The hill provides a 'commanding view' of the surrounding countryside.
(..) Yes, I do. Have a seat please, sir. Would you state your name, rank and current billet for the record, sir? Colonel Nathan R. Jessup, commanding officer... Marine Ground Forces, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. - Thank you, sir. - He's not here. Colonel, when you learned (..)1992 A Few Good Men
(..) I have two books at my bedside-- The Marine Corps Code of Conduct and The King James Bible. The only proper authorities I'm aware of are my commanding officer... Colonel Nathan R. Jessup and the Lord our God. At your request, Lieutenant Kendrick, I can have the record reflect... (..)1992 A Few Good Men