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as in domination
controlling power or influence over others
in the Bible, man is given dominion over all the animals
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as in power
the right or means to command or control others
was granted dominion over the household servants
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Recent Examples of dominion
These were inhabitants of the Real East Coast who, even in the late 2000s, were still under the impression that hip-hop’s having been created in their territory granted them indefinite dominion over how the genre’s rhythm and presentation were supposed to feel.
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Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 23 June 2025
The idea of achieving ‘dominion’ over the world and society is not uncommon in charismatic Christian theology, according to religious scholar Matthew Taylor, who studies Christian Nationalism.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 6 June 2025
Lesser powers that find themselves under the dominion of a great power against their wishes can be resentful and rebellious.
—Margaret MacMillan, The Atlantic, 30 Apr. 2025
It’s set in an empty warehouse loft, with light shooting through propeller fans (very Adrian Lyne), and with Miley, in her primal assertion of feminine dominion, joined by Naomi Campbell, the two of them obliterating the need for anyone else.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 7 June 2025
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Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 23 June 2025
The idea of achieving ‘dominion’ over the world and society is not uncommon in charismatic Christian theology, according to religious scholar Matthew Taylor, who studies Christian Nationalism.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 6 June 2025
Lesser powers that find themselves under the dominion of a great power against their wishes can be resentful and rebellious.
—Margaret MacMillan, The Atlantic, 30 Apr. 2025
It’s set in an empty warehouse loft, with light shooting through propeller fans (very Adrian Lyne), and with Miley, in her primal assertion of feminine dominion, joined by Naomi Campbell, the two of them obliterating the need for anyone else.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 7 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dominion
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Hockey’s loss became golf’s gain, and Gilmore’s domination on the championship tour gave the PGA a shot of pure rock & roll energy right up its tight, white ass.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
25 July 2025
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It was held together not by the domination of a single group, but rather by its asymmetries.—
Aatish Taseer,
Time,
15 July 2025
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Part of the reason for this gap between power users and typical users is the route by which students have become aware of ChatGPT.—
Ray Ravaglia,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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Trump has the power to pardon Maxwell or to commute her sentence.—
Aysha Bagchi,
The Courier-Journal,
30 July 2025
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And while many believe that Jalen Hurts' success has just been a beneficiary of Barkley's dominance, Winston had flowers for Jalen, too.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Aug. 2025
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The Florida Democratic Party already has an uphill battle to retake the governor’s office after more than 30 years of Republican dominance.—
Miami Herald Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
2 Aug. 2025
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And in today’s digital world, even a small mistake—intentional or not—can quickly spiral out of control and damage trust.—
Maria Trochimezuk,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
23 July 2025
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The East Asian neighbors have two ongoing disputes in the East China Sea: one over the sovereignty of the uninhabited Senkaku island group—administered by Tokyo but claimed by Beijing as the Diaoyu Islands—and the other over energy exploration in the region.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
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With strong regulatory foresight and a commitment to digital sovereignty, the region is turning trust and transparency into competitive advantages.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Corn growers, primarily based in the U.S. Midwest, have long held significant sway in Washington policymaking.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 July 2025
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While advocates have said the change boosts religious organizations' First Amendment rights, others are skeptical about churches having more sway in politics and argue the new rule violates the First Amendment by favoring religious organizations over their secular counterparts.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
11 July 2025
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Race to World First draws millions of global viewers eager to watch elite teams battle for supremacy in World of Warcraft, one of the world’s most popular massively multiplayer online role-playing (MMORPG) games.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
22 July 2025
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Close Race The Phils, who have been battling the New York Mets for supremacy in the National League East, finished the weekend at 56-43, giving them a lead of just one-half game in the division.—
Dan Schlossberg,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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Shaw was absent for the entirety of the end of Erik ten Hag’s reign, returning for Amorim’s debut at Ipswich.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
30 July 2025
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By the conclusion of his flamed-out reign, fighting on foot while desperately begging for a horse means a restoration to kinder times is on the horizon.—
David John Chávez,
Mercury News,
30 July 2025
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“Dominion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dominion. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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