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annexing

/ænˈɛksɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does annexing mean?

verb

the act of adding or attaching something to a larger entity, or the process of taking control of a territory or country by force or diplomacy.

Example

"The country began annexing several smaller islands in the region, expanding its territory and influence."

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