Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reigning (over)
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After dominating for a portion of the regular season, the Mets starters suffered a brutal collapse that drove the team’s postseason absence.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025 -
Taking a page from the US China holds a near-monopoly on the global supply of rare earths, a group of 17 types of minerals, especially dominating their processing and refinement.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
14 Oct. 2025
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The pieces are chunky enough for toddler hands, which are still mastering dexterity, to handle with ease.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
8 Oct. 2025
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The satisfaction is in mastering it.—
Iain Macauley,
Robb Report,
8 Oct. 2025
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Long history of policy changes Police chases in Milwaukee have been a frequent topic of debate in the city, and the policy dictating them is intertwined with the city's reckless driving issues.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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In order to fund the government, every year, Congress must pass legislation dictating how funds are to be disbursed.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Glamour,
1 Oct. 2025
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Now, the Franciscan missionaries oppressing the Native Americans in the painting had arrows piercing their heads and bodies.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
6 Sep. 2025
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Taking over for Brady after his retirement following the 2022 season, was Mayfield, who is off to the best start of his NFL career through six games even while managing without several key offensive weapons.—
Cole Sullivan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Oct. 2025
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Most of those who shaped or even marginally influenced the events of October 7th are gone, leaving Gaza’s authority withered to the point that even managing the hostages has become paralyzingly difficult.—
Mohammed R. Mhawish,
New Yorker,
14 Oct. 2025
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Just as California is a pioneer in regulating the industry, the denim sector stands out for its early adoption of sustainable practices.—
SJ STAFF,
Sourcing Journal,
9 Oct. 2025
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At least 17 states have passed legislation in recent years regulating the machines, and some municipalities have moved to ban them outright.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Oct. 2025
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“Reigning (over).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reigning%20%28over%29. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.
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