monopolistic
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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“And the damages paid to the states should be remitted to the independent venues, promoters, festivals, and fans that have suffered under Live Nation’s monopolistic reign over the last 15 years.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026
When the DOJ first filed suit in 2024, it targeted an array of the conglomerate’s monopolistic tactics.
From Slate • Mar. 10, 2026
These intermediaries have created unnecessary complexity and costs, all while profiting from a monopolistic model that limits a company from communicating directly with its shareholders.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 23, 2025
It challenged the up-to-30% cut Apple takes from purchases - and argued that the App Store was monopolistic.
From BBC • Apr. 30, 2025
He took on big, monopolistic companies, deeming them “hurtful to the general welfare.”
From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple
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