monopolize
verb (used with object)
to acquire, have, or exercise a monopoly of.
monopolise
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a variation of
monopolize.
Example Sentences
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But before this renaissance, he predicted a “Luddite movement” against new technology that would destroy millions of jobs and monopolise the global economy.
From BBC ● Sep. 19, 2024
And during the late Middle Ages, European efforts to cut out middle men and monopolise the spice trade led to colonization in Asia.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 11, 2024
Earlier on Tuesday, Sheeran's lawyer argued that both songs are distinct from each other and that no artist should be allowed to "monopolise" commonly used musical chord progressions.
From BBC ● Apr. 25, 2023
He also issued a separate decree instituting severe prison sentences for those who monopolise or hoard commodities at a time when shortages of some basic goods are hitting Tunisians.
From Reuters ● Mar. 21, 2022
Less benevolently, he might monopolise particularly coveted foods and prevent lower-ranking males from mating with the females.
From "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari
