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to tyrannize
01
rule or exercise power over (somebody) in a cruel and autocratic manner
02
to rule a country with oppressive and unjust power
Example
The regime has tyrannized the population for decades.
The authoritarian leader is tyrannizing the citizens, causing unrest.
The dictator continued to tyrannize the nation, suppressing any form of dissent.
The king's decision to tyrannize the citizens led to widespread discontent and protests.
Throughout history, leaders who sought to tyrannize their subjects faced eventual revolts.