monopolisation
/məˌnɑpələˈzeɪʃən/
noun
- The act or process of gaining exclusive control over a commodity, service, or market, preventing others from competing.
- Government regulations were introduced to prevent the monopolisation of essential resources like water and electricity.
- The monopolisation of the spice trade by a few merchants led to very high prices for consumers.
- The company's monopolisation of the internet search market raised concerns about fair competition.
- The act of taking exclusive possession or control of something, such that others are excluded from sharing or using it.
- She complained about the monopolisation of the remote control by her brother every evening.
- His monopolisation of the conversation made it hard for anyone else to share their ideas.
- The monopolisation of the playground equipment by the older kids frustrated the younger children.
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