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[dom-uh-nuhnt] / ˈdɒm ə nənt /




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The analysts think Tencent’s key credit strengths are underpinned by its dominant market position across gaming, social networking and digital services in China, supported by a large and highly engaged user ecosystem.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Considered the “Giant of CONCACAF,” Mexico has remained dominant in its region since 2010, with five Gold Cups, although it has lost ground to the United States in the Nations League.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

For Roche, the deal is a way to broaden its footprint in oncology, where it already holds a dominant position globally.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Rahul Verma, a fellow at the Delhi-based Centre for Policy Research, argues that the rise of a nationally dominant BJP has transformed the incentives facing regional politicians.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Figure 5.27: Take care to use the correct third and seventh — dominant, major, or minor — with extended chords.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones




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