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hegemony

/ˈhɛɡəməni/ noun · British & US
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What does hegemony mean?

noun

The state of being dominant or having a strong influence over others; a position of preeminence or ascendancy.

Example

"The country's hegemony over the region has been a subject of debate among scholars."

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