monopoly

Example Sentences

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The most fortunate part of Bell Labs’ situation, however, was that in being attached to a monopoly it could partake in long-term thinking.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

Indeed, rebuilding the U.S. military arsenal will require critical earths that China has a near monopoly on.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

There is no Old Firm monopoly on the sense of belonging and togetherness that young fans find through Ultras culture.

From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026

But the government retains its monopoly over the use of force.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

Myriad has been accused of creating a monopoly, since no one else can offer the test, and researchers can’t develop cheaper tests or new therapies without getting permission from Myriad and paying steep licensing fees.

From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot