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as in dominions
controlling power or influence over others
a start-up threatening the company's reign over the computer chip market
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as in powers
the right or means to command or control others
a democratic nation that is governed by the reign of law and not by the whim of its chief executive
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Recent Examples of reigns
Odeya Pinkus, InStyle, 12 Jan. 2026
The evening featured a stunning mix of satin gowns, sharp suits, and luxurious velvet designs, proving once again that glamour reigns supreme at the Golden Globes.
—Mecca Pryor, Essence, 11 Jan. 2026
There, a conservative spirit reigns in opposition to California’s famously liberal ethos.
—Joseph Serna, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2026
The previous date, long assumed to be fact, was determined based on the Chronicle of Eusebius of Caesarea, which lists the Macedonian kings as well as the length of their reigns.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 4 Jan. 2026
Bold color reigns supreme at Limusina, the new Mexican restaurant that opened in New York City this past fall.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 30 Dec. 2025
In Houston tastemaker Natalie Steen's formal living room (lacquered in Benjamin Moore's Milk Shake, 1165), her love of color reigns supreme, from the chartreuse Christopher Moore print throw pillows to the cerulean piping on the emerald chairs.
—Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025
But, overall, the Apple TV 4K reigns supreme here.
—Alexander Cox, Space.com, 26 Dec. 2025
Wrestling is a sport to Gunther, who holds records for both the longest title reigns in the history of WWE’s storied Intercontinental Championship (666 days) and its former NXT United Kingdom Championship (870).
—Sean Neumann, PEOPLE, 12 Dec. 2025
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The muted color palette reigns in the pattern and keeps it from feeling too busy.
—Odeya Pinkus, InStyle, 12 Jan. 2026
The evening featured a stunning mix of satin gowns, sharp suits, and luxurious velvet designs, proving once again that glamour reigns supreme at the Golden Globes.
—Mecca Pryor, Essence, 11 Jan. 2026
There, a conservative spirit reigns in opposition to California’s famously liberal ethos.
—Joseph Serna, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2026
The previous date, long assumed to be fact, was determined based on the Chronicle of Eusebius of Caesarea, which lists the Macedonian kings as well as the length of their reigns.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 4 Jan. 2026
Bold color reigns supreme at Limusina, the new Mexican restaurant that opened in New York City this past fall.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 30 Dec. 2025
In Houston tastemaker Natalie Steen's formal living room (lacquered in Benjamin Moore's Milk Shake, 1165), her love of color reigns supreme, from the chartreuse Christopher Moore print throw pillows to the cerulean piping on the emerald chairs.
—Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025
But, overall, the Apple TV 4K reigns supreme here.
—Alexander Cox, Space.com, 26 Dec. 2025
Wrestling is a sport to Gunther, who holds records for both the longest title reigns in the history of WWE’s storied Intercontinental Championship (666 days) and its former NXT United Kingdom Championship (870).
—Sean Neumann, PEOPLE, 12 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reigns
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As the mayor does not have voting powers in Haslet’s form of government, the vote to censure Hulsey was unanimous.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Jan. 2026
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Trump removed them under the Alien Enemies Act, which gives the President enhanced powers in wartime; court challenges ensued.—
Dexter Filkins,
New Yorker,
12 Jan. 2026
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In September 2025, however, the lender filed a new notice of default that governs the current foreclosure efforts.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
9 Jan. 2026
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No federal regulatory body governs the health information provided to AI chatbots, and ChatGPT provides technology services that are not within the scope of HIPAA.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
9 Jan. 2026
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These features are further enhanced by technology that adapts to individual preferences, such as smart shower controls and lighting systems tailored to each user.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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These product missteps have been further compounded by broader operational issues in the areas of marketing, supply chain and corporate cost controls.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
10 Jan. 2026
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The sector may face another twist if the US Supreme Court rules Trump’s tariffs were issued illegally, a decision that could come as soon as Friday.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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If the Supreme Court rules that Trump’s new tariffs are unlawful under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, the court could then say that companies that have paid the duties so far are entitled to refunds.—
Jessica Dickler,
CNBC,
8 Jan. 2026
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The department also offers free alerts through its Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP), which monitors and provides notifications throughout a traveler’s international journey and allows the government to more easily contact travelers in an emergency.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Jan. 2026
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Four seats are available on the nine-member Climate and Resiliency Commission, which monitors the city’s greenhouse gas emissions and efforts to implement the Climate Action Plan.—
Luke Harold,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Jan. 2026
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The Black Sea region stands out as a canvas of chokepoints and competing sovereignties, of energy routes and grain corridors, of overlapping jurisdictions and unresolved conflicts.—
Galip Dalay,
Time,
19 Aug. 2025
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Citi’s fourth-quarter 2025 results marked a profitable close to 2025 and a turning point in its leadership, as longtime CFO Mark Mason prepares to hand the reins to his successor amid solid earnings and an ongoing restructuring.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
15 Jan. 2026
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But while Volkswagen would go on to take over the manufacturing reins from Westfalia in 2003, Ford's Nugget work with Westfalia has continued on through multiple Nugget generations and refreshes, right up to present day.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Reigns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reigns. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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