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conquer

British pronunciation/kˈɒnkɐ/
American pronunciation/ˈkɑŋkɝ/
to conquer
[VERB]
MAIN VERB
1

to gain control of a place or people using armed forces

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2

to overcome a challenge or obstacle

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3

(used of count nouns) every one considered individually

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4

take possession of by force, as after an invasion

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5

to dominate a place by becoming very popular or successful

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Examples
1If he overcomes his fears, he can conquer his yellow streak and become more confident.
2Sarah is strong as an oak, effortlessly conquering physical challenges with her robust and unyielding strength.
3Prejudice is a poison that divides and conquers the people that are engaged in this fear based, antagonistic way of living.
4- Total bummer, six hours, we only conquered two planets.
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