assert dominance
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To behave in a way that shows one's power and control.
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- He asserted his dominance over the other party members.
- The alpha wolf must constantly assert its dominance within the pack.
- In the meeting, the new manager tried to assert his dominance by speaking first and loudest.
- The champion boxer asserted her dominance from the very first round.
- By acquiring its main competitor, the tech giant is asserting its dominance in the market.
- Some people feel the need to assert their dominance in every conversation.
- The rising nation began to assert its economic dominance on the world stage.
- To be a leader, you must know how to assert your dominance without being aggressive.
- The empire asserted its military dominance by building forts along the border.
- Asserting dominance early in a negotiation can give you a significant advantage.