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Preparation, rehearsal & delivery · Working

Command of material

Also called: command

ELI5

The presenter's demonstrated understanding of the project's story, form, risks, details and choices.

Used in conversation

“Her command of the material made the room trust that she could answer difficult questions.”

Pitch context

You may encounter “Command of material” in pitching & meetings conversations or materials.

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Sources & evidence · 5

Supporting source families. This entry is an editorial synthesis rather than a quotation from one canonical glossary.