monopoly

Example Sentences

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The smartphone’s monopoly on our attention is vulnerable in the AI age.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

He said 80% of his leads come from Rightmove which has a "monopoly on the market".

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

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

“It is important to understand that it is not illegal to be a monopoly and control a large portion of the market,” said Elton in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2026

The United States and Britain could not hope to keep a monopoly on nuclear technology for more than a few years, they warned.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik