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Dominance

usgb/ˈdɑːmɪnəns/Volume
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Power Struggles

Dominance often implies conflicts or battles for control in various situations.

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Political parties fight for dominance during elections.
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Asserting Superiority

Dominance can be shown through actions or attitudes that make someone appear superior.

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The manager asserted his dominance by making all the decisions.
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Negative Connotation

Dominance sometimes has a negative connotation, suggesting oppression or abuse of power.

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The empire's dominance led to widespread resentment.
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AscendancyAuthorityCommandControlHegemonyInfluenceLeadershipMasteryPowerSupremacy
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