as in conquest
the act or process of bringing someone or something under one's control
a time when the subjecting of much of Asia and Africa to European rule was at its culmination
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as in subduing
to bring under one's control by force of arms
Attila the Hun subjected most of Europe to his barbaric pillage
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Recent Examples of subjecting
AFAR Media, 30 May 2026
Also, 2024 saw the largest data breaches in history, impacting billions of users and subjecting customers to the potential of having personal data exposed and ultimately exploited.
—Metro Creative Services, Boston Herald, 18 May 2026
Last week, a judge approved a $50 million settlement in a 2022 lawsuit accusing Google of paying Black workers lower wages, denying them advancement opportunities and subjecting them to a hostile work environment.
—Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 13 May 2026
Marable said no one is happy about subjecting children to more testing.
—Bri Hatch, Chalkbeat, 11 May 2026
His two more physical characters were delightful to watch, like a navy admiral addicted to spit takes, as well as a substitute teacher subjecting his students to painful dancing.
—Rima Parikh, Vulture, 10 May 2026
The agency’s order — in effect challenging the stations and subjecting them to a lengthy legal process — was widely seen as a form of government retaliation.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 8 May 2026
This 1970 measure has become an obstacle to the construction of housing, parks and transit projects, thus undermining the state’s environmental and affordability goals by subjecting virtually every project to a lengthy approval process.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 7 May 2026
For the first time, balls and strikes can now be challenged, subjecting the fundamental building block of the game to review.
—Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 24 Apr. 2026
Verb
Well, Evelyn, thank you for subjecting yourself to the questions side of the microphone.
—AFAR Media, 30 May 2026
Also, 2024 saw the largest data breaches in history, impacting billions of users and subjecting customers to the potential of having personal data exposed and ultimately exploited.
—Metro Creative Services, Boston Herald, 18 May 2026
Last week, a judge approved a $50 million settlement in a 2022 lawsuit accusing Google of paying Black workers lower wages, denying them advancement opportunities and subjecting them to a hostile work environment.
—Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 13 May 2026
Marable said no one is happy about subjecting children to more testing.
—Bri Hatch, Chalkbeat, 11 May 2026
His two more physical characters were delightful to watch, like a navy admiral addicted to spit takes, as well as a substitute teacher subjecting his students to painful dancing.
—Rima Parikh, Vulture, 10 May 2026
The agency’s order — in effect challenging the stations and subjecting them to a lengthy legal process — was widely seen as a form of government retaliation.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 8 May 2026
This 1970 measure has become an obstacle to the construction of housing, parks and transit projects, thus undermining the state’s environmental and affordability goals by subjecting virtually every project to a lengthy approval process.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 7 May 2026
For the first time, balls and strikes can now be challenged, subjecting the fundamental building block of the game to review.
—Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for subjecting
Noun
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According to Alessandro Usielli, head of Ford global brand entertainment, Aston Martin, Jaguar, Land Rover and Ford have all worked with the Bond franchise to introduce new models by providing cars for the superspy, his coterie of comely conquests and his villainous adversaries.—
Brett Berk,
HollywoodReporter,
24 May 2026
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Kilkenny Castle Originally built in the 12th century, soon after the Norman conquest of Ireland, Kilkenny Castle is located on the banks of the River Nore in County Kilkenny.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
22 May 2026
Verb
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Officers then shot her with a Taser, subduing her enough to take her into custody, police said.—
City News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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Trump thought the Secret Service did an excellent job subduing the gunman but the White House is reviewing security for major events for the country's 250th anniversary.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Gore scattered two more hits en route to his fourth win of the year — and second dominating performance against the Royals.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
30 May 2026
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The recent run of success has been led by a dominating pitching staff, especially the bullpen, with an erratic offense only starting to come alive of late.—
Doug Padilla,
Oc Register,
27 May 2026
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Cobra Commander is primarily focused on conquering planet earth, not giving power lunch recommendations, as The Hollywood Reporter tried to get out of him in a voice chat.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
3 June 2026
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Perfect for conquering your next trail, the Speedgoat 6 is made with aggressive lugs that deliver a ton of traction and stability—they’re actually inspired by the hoof of a goat.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
23 May 2026
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The Handmaid's Tale spared no sensitivities when diving into the cruelest treatment people like June, and even Lydia, experience at the hands of a totalitarian system bent on the total subjection of women.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Apr. 2026
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As the man brawls with his in-laws, the boy is caught between two worlds, of male rage and female subjection.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
30 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The Spurs clinched their spot in the championship round after outlasting Oklahoma City, defeating the defending champs on the Thunder’s home floor in Game 7 on Saturday.—
Tim Rohan,
NBC news,
1 June 2026
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Two weeks later, Barr walked away with the GOP nomination, defeating the other major Republican competitor, former Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron, by a 2-to-1 margin.—
David Sivak,
The Washington Examiner,
1 June 2026
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One such set lies in the city’s Flavelle, Port Moody location, where a sprawling makeshift village depicts different boroughs of Ba Sing Se, the next target in Fire Lord Ozai’s mission for global domination.—
Entertainment Weekly,
Entertainment Weekly,
3 June 2026
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But neither franchise domination, AI nor streaming make Spielberg fret for the future of movies.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
Verb
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One lawmaker Lackey’s unofficial bill title wasn’t lost upon was Assemblymember Isaac Bryan, D-Jefferson Park, a lawmaker who has spoken publicly about overcoming systemic barriers in his own life as a Black man and has centered his political career largely on criminal justice reform.—
Andrew Graham
May 28,
Sacbee.com,
28 May 2026
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That’s because the Phillies (29-27) stand as a serious threat in the wild-card races, and overcoming the Dodgers in the West race just isn’t realistic.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 May 2026
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“Subjecting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subjecting. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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