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as in conquers
to bring under one's control by force of arms
by 1941 Hitler had dominated much of Europe
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Recent Examples of dominates
According to Fermilab, the project could help answer some of the biggest physics mysteries, including why matter dominates over antimatter in the universe and how the universe evolved after the Big Bang.
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Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 8 May 2026
This final rule almost makes sense; the idea is that a planet dominates its volume of space gravitationally, and any smaller objects in its orbital vicinity will either get swept up or ejected.
—Phil Plait, Scientific American, 8 May 2026
Still, even an unsuccessful appeal would let Democrats try to blame their failure on the conservative majority that dominates the nation's highest court, which has already infuriated the party and civil rights groups by neutering the Voting Rights Act.
—ABC News, 8 May 2026
The L10s Ultra Gen2 dominates dirt, dust, and debris with 10,000 Pa Vormax suction and ultrasonic carpet recognition that instantly adjusts cleaning modes to protect rugs.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 6 May 2026
Head to Stanley’s Pioneer Park to take in panoramic vistas of the nearby Sawtooth Mountains, a jagged, imposing range that dominates much of southern Idaho.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2026
The low-altitude dilemma China dominates the global drone industry, with DJI alone commanding about 70% of the worldwide market last year, according to data from commercial data company Research and Markets.
—Todd Symons, CNN Money, 2 May 2026
China dominates a large trade imbalance with Africa China hailed its tariff-free deal as promoting common development, but there is a large trade imbalance between it and Africa, while African nations owe Beijing billions in debt repayments.
—Gerald Imray, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
So the railroads said the deal would shift which railroad dominates the market but wouldn’t dramatically change the competitive balance.
—Josh Funk, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 8 May 2026
This final rule almost makes sense; the idea is that a planet dominates its volume of space gravitationally, and any smaller objects in its orbital vicinity will either get swept up or ejected.
—Phil Plait, Scientific American, 8 May 2026
Still, even an unsuccessful appeal would let Democrats try to blame their failure on the conservative majority that dominates the nation's highest court, which has already infuriated the party and civil rights groups by neutering the Voting Rights Act.
—ABC News, 8 May 2026
The L10s Ultra Gen2 dominates dirt, dust, and debris with 10,000 Pa Vormax suction and ultrasonic carpet recognition that instantly adjusts cleaning modes to protect rugs.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 6 May 2026
Head to Stanley’s Pioneer Park to take in panoramic vistas of the nearby Sawtooth Mountains, a jagged, imposing range that dominates much of southern Idaho.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2026
The low-altitude dilemma China dominates the global drone industry, with DJI alone commanding about 70% of the worldwide market last year, according to data from commercial data company Research and Markets.
—Todd Symons, CNN Money, 2 May 2026
China dominates a large trade imbalance with Africa China hailed its tariff-free deal as promoting common development, but there is a large trade imbalance between it and Africa, while African nations owe Beijing billions in debt repayments.
—Gerald Imray, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
So the railroads said the deal would shift which railroad dominates the market but wouldn’t dramatically change the competitive balance.
—Josh Funk, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dominates
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They're initially separated, because of John's military job that took him away from his family for so long, but their expedition brings them closer again, reminding them that love conquers all – even when you're lost in space.—
Sergio Pereira,
Space.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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Cruise down Market Street—skimming past buzzing tech hubs—while your autonomous vehicle conquers steep hills and tight turns with uncanny precision.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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The oceanfront pool gets busy by day, and the motel is best known for Lemon Bar, which overlooks the pool and beach and is a favorite among locals.—
Terry Ward,
Travel + Leisure,
9 May 2026
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The window next to my desk overlooks the gym’s large communal exercise room, and throughout the day, I am taunted by the sight of gyrating bodies panting through a Zumba class or a kettlebell set.—
Rachel Syme,
New Yorker,
8 May 2026
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Royd subdues and binds her before taking off to restore the power.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
13 Nov. 2025
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For those who are more into curves than angles, the Bialetti Moon takes all the functional elements of the moka stovetop espresso maker and subdues them with a rounded stainless steel silhouette.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
10 Oct. 2025
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Rather than discarding the residual sludge left behind after conventional anaerobic digestion, the system subjects it to an additional treatment stage known as Advanced Wet Oxidation and Steam Explosion (AWOEx).—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
9 May 2026
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Ridestore subjects materials to failure testing during both development and production, evaluating bond strength in laminated membranes, water-repellency performance and trim durability before materials move into manufacturing.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
6 May 2026
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This proprietary approach overcomes challenges of surface treatment and dispersion associated with the material.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Apr. 2026
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Leo consistently overcomes challenges such as low light, rapid movement, and split second moments to produce sharp, compelling images.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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“Dominates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dominates. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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