1
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
The Premier League’s dominance in the transfer market has long been known, but never starker than in the period just closed.
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James McNicholas, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Luka is one of the game's most transcendent players, and his on-court dominance and passion is without compare.
—Valentina Martinez, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
But what’s clear is that the dominance of the LDP has now been thrown into uncharted waters.
—Chad De Guzman, Time, 8 Sep. 2025
From Lincoln’s streak-extending victory over San Jose in the Big Bone game to Woodside’s ground-game dominance to Campolindo win over Northgate, there were highlights from one side of the Bay to the other.
—Darren Sabedra, Mercury News, 7 Sep. 2025
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James McNicholas, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Luka is one of the game's most transcendent players, and his on-court dominance and passion is without compare.
—Valentina Martinez, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
But what’s clear is that the dominance of the LDP has now been thrown into uncharted waters.
—Chad De Guzman, Time, 8 Sep. 2025
From Lincoln’s streak-extending victory over San Jose in the Big Bone game to Woodside’s ground-game dominance to Campolindo win over Northgate, there were highlights from one side of the Bay to the other.
—Darren Sabedra, Mercury News, 7 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dominance
Noun
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Packers’ domination of Detroit just one game?—
Mike Sando,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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More recently, from 2013 to 2014, Gardin documented the destructive transit of cruise ships through Venice’s delicate canals—a grotesque symbol for the domination of the city, and the country, by tourism and big business.—
Max Norman,
New Yorker,
6 Sep. 2025
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Early birds have long basked in the glory of health superiority, sometimes even tinged with a hit of moral righteousness.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
4 Sep. 2025
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For DeMuth, the goal is not only technical superiority but national strategic advantage.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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America’s supremacy in chip designing is uncontested.—
Tiana Lowe Doescher,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
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Advertisement For an administration that claims to be concerned about maintaining technological and scientific supremacy against international rivals, the political warfare on higher education makes no sense.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Time,
5 Sep. 2025
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Richard Hughes’ reputation is at an all-time high, given the success of his negotiations with Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk last season, allied with his successful pursuits of Wirtz, Isak, Hugo Ekitike, et al.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Combining a western visual lexicon with deeply specific national themes, Sholay’s reputation has only grown over the intervening half-century since it was made.—
Christina Newland,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
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Ralf Rangnick's men are jostling with Bosnia & Herzegovina for early dominion in Group H and travel to face the Dragons on Tuesday in a crucial clash.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Sep. 2025
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The most likely result is perpetuation of the status quo, under which Israel controls the entirety of the territory between the River and the Sea and imposes differing degrees of authority over Palestinians under its dominion.—
Hussein Agha,
New Yorker,
22 Aug. 2025
Noun
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By every measurement, there is a clear line of distinction between the two groups within the league’s 18 starters.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Legal operations often involve context, judgment and subtle distinctions that automation isn’t yet equipped to handle.—
Jens Erik Gould,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Gil Pinto thanked Araghchi for Tehran's support and emphasized the importance of respecting Venezuela's sovereignty.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
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Manu individuals are beginning to blend food sovereignty with the desire to reconnect with the source of their meals.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Adapted from Bernard-Marie Koltès’s play ‘Black Battles with Dogs’, Denis’ riveting drama gives primacy to her actors – their dialogues expressing inner desires and articulating the broader societal inequities that prevail between those who reside on either side of the fence.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
4 Sep. 2025
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For a while, Israeli and Palestinian leaders invested in diplomacy, gambled on its effectiveness, and trusted in its primacy over force, out of political calculation, tactical considerations, or both.—
Hussein Agha,
New Yorker,
22 Aug. 2025
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“Dominance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dominance. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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