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monopolize

/ˌmɑnəˈpɑlɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does monopolize mean?

verb

to have exclusive control or possession of something, especially a market or industry; to dominate or control something completely.

Example

"The company has managed to monopolize the market for electric cars."

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