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dominates

/ˈdɑmɪˌneɪts/ /ˈdɒmɪˌneɪts/

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verb

Beherrscht, regiert

To govern, rule or control by superior authority or power

Examples :

"In our family, my older brother dominates the TV remote, always choosing what we watch. "

In unserer Familie beherrscht mein älterer Bruder die Fernsehfernbedienung und wählt immer aus, was wir sehen.

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verb

Beherrschen, dominieren

To exert an overwhelming guiding influence over something or someone

Examples :

"The large oak tree dominates the backyard, providing shade for the entire garden. "

Die große Eiche dominiert den Hinterhof und spendet dem gesamten Garten Schatten.

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verb

Beherrschen, dominieren

To enjoy a commanding position in some field

Examples :

"In my family, my older brother dominates at board games; he almost always wins. "

In meiner Familie dominiert mein älterer Bruder bei Brettspielen; er gewinnt fast immer.

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verb

Überblicken, beherrschen

To overlook from a height.

Examples :

"The castle, perched on the hill, dominates the entire valley below. "

Das auf dem Hügel thronende Schloss überblickt das gesamte Tal darunter.

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