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to subjugate
01
to gain control and governance over a person, group, or territory, often through conquest or forceful means
Transitive: to subjugate a group or territory
Examples
The emperor sought to subjugate neighboring lands, expanding his empire through conquest and control
02
to use authority or force to bring under control, suppressing resistance and establishing subordination
Transitive: to subjugate sb
Examples
The tyrant used fear and oppression to subjugate the people, ensuring absolute obedience to his rule.
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