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as in domination
controlling power or influence over others
although Napoléon had achieved dominance over the European continent, Great Britain still ruled the waves
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as in superiority
the fact or state of being above others in rank or importance
the university was recognized for its dominance in the field of ancient Greek history
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Recent Examples of dominance
In short, while Apple may be exploring new partners, Google’s search dominance is far from over.
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Catherine Baab, Quartz, 8 May 2025
The United States and China compete for economic, military, and diplomatic dominance through the development of new technologies, including those with both military and civilian applications.
—L. Rafael Reif, Foreign Affairs, 6 May 2025
Much like Detroit lost its hold on the auto industry, California has lost its dominance, mostly due to the arrogance of not understanding there are always alternatives.
—Bill Mechanic, Deadline, 5 May 2025
Linkin Park continues to prove its dominance at rock radio decades after the first hit was produced.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025
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Catherine Baab, Quartz, 8 May 2025
The United States and China compete for economic, military, and diplomatic dominance through the development of new technologies, including those with both military and civilian applications.
—L. Rafael Reif, Foreign Affairs, 6 May 2025
Much like Detroit lost its hold on the auto industry, California has lost its dominance, mostly due to the arrogance of not understanding there are always alternatives.
—Bill Mechanic, Deadline, 5 May 2025
Linkin Park continues to prove its dominance at rock radio decades after the first hit was produced.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dominance
Noun
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By the early 2000s, Tiger Woods domination transformed the economics of the sport.—
Mike Dojc,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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That period of domination in the ’70s and ’80s was still so fresh in everyone’s mind.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2025
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Murrow worked on Adlai Stevenson’s presidential campaign while at CBS, excusing his partiality as moral and intellectual superiority.—
Armond White,
National Review,
30 Apr. 2025
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The three fundamental pillars of relative superiority are: • It is achieved at the pivotal moment of an engagement.—
Chris Harris,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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In the battle for NHL supremacy in Florida, the Florida Panthers and the Tampa Bay Lightning continue their best-of-seven first-round series in the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Wednesday in Game 5.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
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Many of the world’s biggest rap stars no longer value lyrical supremacy, and the artists who covet their pen can’t capture the world’s attention like Drake and Lamar’s beef did.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
30 Apr. 2025
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Add onto that the fashion industry’s less than welcoming reputation for inclusivity.—
Taryn Finley,
Refinery29,
1 May 2025
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These are not words typically associated with Tina Fey, whose humor has a reputation for being brutal.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
1 May 2025
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The coalition should invite Syria to become a member of the group, which would acknowledge both Syrian dominion and the government’s responsibility in helping counter the remaining ISIS threat.—
Volker Perthes,
Foreign Affairs,
24 Jan. 2025
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The artwork brings a necessary dose of reality to what is otherwise a weeklong fantasy land of luxury and parties for the super-rich to celebrate their dominion over the world hosted under the guise of fine art.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes,
1 Dec. 2024
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For me, there is a clear distinction between the propaganda films of the Islamic Republic and the films that are made under the constraints of censorship.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
5 May 2025
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Leigh’s treatment of the masquerade likewise dissolves distinctions between subject and object: An encrusted head sans face atop a raffia dome functions neither as a fully articulated human form nor as an abstract sculpture.—
Delinda Collier,
Artforum,
1 May 2025
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This measure also protects our national security by projecting American sovereignty in the Arctic, where China and Russia are aggressively increasing their activities.—
Andrew Stanton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
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Americans should respect the sovereignty of other countries.—
Jay Nordlinger,
National Review,
1 May 2025
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Using them publicly—at quarterly or annual meetings or on a good-news bulletin board—reinforces the primacy of these core values within your organization.—
Verne Harnish,
Forbes.com,
6 May 2025
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Since there is a ton of debate about which of The Pitt’s supporting players will get primacy in the Emmys race, this early step forward for LaNasa is worth remembering.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
3 May 2025
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“Dominance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dominance. Accessed 14 May. 2025.
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