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hegemonic
[ hej-uh-mon-ik ]
/ ˌhɛdʒ əˈmɒn ɪk /
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adjective
having hegemony, or dominance: the ruling party's hegemonic control of all facets of society.
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How to use hegemonic in a sentence
Ikle should have anticipated that when hegemonic powers are compelled to withdraw from hostilities they can’t control, they don’t seek peace so much as what might be called peace with benefits.
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First of all, it exerts a new level of hegemonic control over users' experiences.
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