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monopolize

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of monopolize

to have complete control over

  • it is illegal in the United States to monopolize an entire industry
  • you shouldn't monopolize the exercise equipment while others are waiting to use it
Synonyms of monopolize

sew up
Words Related to monopolize

bogart, corner, hog

absorb, consume, engross

have, hold, own, possess

command, control, direct, govern, manage, reign (over), rule

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