monopolies

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Germany – particularly pilot Francesco Friedrich – have monopolised major titles in recent years but the British crew driven by Brad Hall also have podium aspirations.

From BBC • Feb. 2, 2026

But although City monopolised possession, they lacked a killer instinct and paid for a sloppy piece of defending in the 23rd minute.

From Barron's • Nov. 25, 2025

Verstappen has monopolised this race since it returned to the calendar in 2021 after a 36-year gap but Norris beat him by 0.356 seconds.

From BBC • Aug. 24, 2024

The company monopolised much of the Demerara sugar trade during the late 18th Century and the 19th Century.

From BBC • Aug. 31, 2023

All political power was monopolised by officials sent over from Spain.

From Liberty In The Nineteenth Century by Holland, Frederic May