monopolize
verb (used with object)
to acquire, have, or exercise a monopoly of.
monopolizing
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present participleof monopolize.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Though the businessman and Mormon missionary never mined for gold himself, he became California’s first millionaire by monopolizing the sale of supplies to those who did.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 16, 2026
That rule was designed to prevent any entity from monopolizing state funds for vehicles that weren’t ready for production and to provide a level playing field for smaller manufacturers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 9, 2026
At issue was the definition of the market that Meta was allegedly monopolizing.
From Barron's ● Nov. 18, 2025
Once guidelines changed to make it easier to detect monopolizing behavior, the FTC initiated a series of lawsuits to go after that behavior.
From Slate ● Feb. 10, 2025
Nicole and Kimmie were there first, monopolizing Gregor.
From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence
