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as in dominion
controlling power or influence over others
a start-up threatening the company's reign over the computer chip market
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as in power
the right or means to command or control others
a democratic nation that is governed by the reign of law and not by the whim of its chief executive
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Recent Examples of reign
Peter Burke, Fox News, 6 Feb. 2025
While his time with the NXT United Kingdom Championship and the Intercontinental Championship are legendary, Gunther's reign with the World Heavyweight Championship hasn't been received quite as well.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 25 Jan. 2025
Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 12 Feb. 2025
Chaos reigns on the Katina: Tzarina struggles to fill egg orders while her sous-chef stands uselessly by; Lara is overwhelmed by guest orders despite a decade of yachting experience; Harry, a deckhand, learns how to make cabin beds.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 10 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Her reign lasted for 70 years and 214 days – second only to France's King Louis XIV among European sovereign states, according to Sky History's website.
—Peter Burke, Fox News, 6 Feb. 2025
While his time with the NXT United Kingdom Championship and the Intercontinental Championship are legendary, Gunther's reign with the World Heavyweight Championship hasn't been received quite as well.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 25 Jan. 2025
Verb
Despite the disappointing loss to the reigning champions, Tuesday’s victory over the Pacers marked the Knicks’ eighth win in their last 10 games.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 12 Feb. 2025
Chaos reigns on the Katina: Tzarina struggles to fill egg orders while her sous-chef stands uselessly by; Lara is overwhelmed by guest orders despite a decade of yachting experience; Harry, a deckhand, learns how to make cabin beds.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 10 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reign
Noun
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Dramatically, the buildup to this state of unchecked dominion is more taut than the fallout, largely because Grabowsky’s fine, watchful performance contributes much of the tension as Rakel’s sheer powerlessness begins to dawn on her.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
8 Feb. 2025
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Urinetown, a defiantly scatological show that premiered on Broadway in 2001, is about a community in the throes of a drought where, thanks to the dominion of the Urine Good Company over the water supply, citizens must pay for the privilege of peeing.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
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For all of Trump’s abuses of power in his first term, culminating in his attempt to subvert the 2020 election, his administration never attempted to openly defy a court order despite losing, by one analysis, over three quarters of the federal cases it was involved in.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
11 Feb. 2025
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Immigration was a key element of President Donald Trump's 2024 campaign and helped Republicans sweep to power on a national level.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Your article exemplifies the stupidity and selfishness of those ruling California’s Democratic Party.—
Letters To The Editor,
The Mercury News,
7 Feb. 2025
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The team was ruled ineligible for postseason play due to a rules/points infraction during the regular season.—
Tom Schardin,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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The prospect of domination of the nation's scholars by federal employment, project allocations and the power of money is ever present and is gravely to be regarded.—
Kristan Hawkins,
Newsweek,
6 Feb. 2025
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Dua Lipa bested Beyoncé protégées Chloe x Halle, musical prodigy H.E.R., and country phenom Luke Combs, and has since had a slow burn toward pop domination.—
Marcus Jones,
EW.com,
2 Feb. 2025
Noun
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An audio recording from the control tower at Toronto Pearson International Airport reveals that the flight was cleared to land at approximately 2:10 p.m. local time.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
18 Feb. 2025
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This subscription also gives you access to parental control tools that help manage and monitor your children's online activities, keeping them safe from harmful content.—
StackCommerce Team (Sponsored),
PCMAG,
17 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The Trump White House is governing by blitz, and as any football fan can tell you, the point of the blitz is to keep you jumpy and looking over your shoulder.—
Gene Demby,
NPR,
8 Feb. 2025
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In sports with no national governing body, that sport’s international federation policy would be in place.—
Eric Olson,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2025
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However, despite its success, the play drew increasing criticism for its dominance.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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When the Sony and Zee Entertainment Enterprises merger collapsed under the weight of regulatory scrutiny, the pathway became even clearer for the new kid on the block to assert dominance.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
13 Feb. 2025
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Critics argue that its influence extends beyond typical advisory roles due to Musk's close ties with Trump and significant sway over key agencies.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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But Washington has pushed back against Hezbollah’s sway in any new government.—
Reuters,
CNN,
8 Feb. 2025
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“Reign.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reign. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
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