So, each commander simply gave the order when he thought the time was right.

The commander gave the sign, and they all rose up out of the water.

The commander gave ground, and they were allowed to enter.

But the commander gave no sign that he was even listening.

Their commander here would not give his name, but said he had been wanted by the Serbs since the mid-1980's.

Commander, you gave half a century of your life to the job.

But his commander had given the order, so he obeyed.

The commander gave a small nod and smile of respect.

But military commanders have given no sign that they want to stage a coup.

At the beginning of each move, commanders give their units orders.