"I'm not asking for any guarantees," the commander urged earnestly.

Military commanders are strongly urging that the party be banned, though some prominent civilian secularists say they believe a ban would cause more harm than good.

Their commander, red-faced and bulky, urged them on.

"Come, gentlemen," the commander urged.

The impatient commander was urging everyone to hurry.

The commander of the 4th Indian division urged the bombing of the entire massif with the heaviest bombs available.

Their commanders urged them not to return, citing potential safety concerns for their units caused by the publicity surrounding the case.

Every commander, not just Patton, urged his men forward.

But commanders urged Congress to resist spelling out guidelines in too much detail.

But even at the bases, commanders have been rationing use of critical stockpiles and urging decisive action to ensure that road convoys get through.