local monopoly

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A monopoly that exists within a specific geographic area.

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  • The small town suffered from a local monopoly on internet services.
  • Without competition, the utility company maintained a local monopoly for decades.
  • Establishing a local monopoly can lead to higher prices for consumers.
  • Regulators are investigating the potential for a local monopoly in the retail sector.
  • The independent bookstore held a local monopoly before larger chains arrived.
  • A local monopoly in transportation made daily commuting expensive and inefficient.
  • His business aimed to create a local monopoly by offering unique products.
  • Critics argue that the company is trying to secure a local monopoly in the region.
  • The government introduced policies to prevent any single entity from forming a local monopoly.
  • Even in a global market, some services still operate as a local monopoly.