autocrat

Example Sentences

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It is difficult for Spaniards to face up to the fact that they lived, largely uncomplaining, under an autocrat for 36 years.

From The Wall Street Journal

But often there is no nonviolent, humane way to defend democratic values without sinking to the level of brutality that autocrats are willing to employ without a second thought.

From Seattle Times

They add up to the beginnings of an off-the-shelf tool kit for autocrats who wish to gain control of what is said and done online.

From New York Times

Putin, once seen as an all-powerful autocrat, seemed to have suffered a humiliating blow to his authority.

From Los Angeles Times

Indeed, some of DeSantis' conduct, as well as that of his minions, is disturbingly reminiscent of the tactics of the various autocrats from whom Florida constituents and their families have fled.

From Salon