domineer

Example Sentences

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Tita, the novel’s protagonist, is forced to devote her life to tending to her domineering mother, Elena, the role expected of the youngest daughter.

From Los Angeles Times

As Season 4 begins, the youngest three Roys are on the outs with their domineering father and face an uphill battle in reclaiming the family business.

From Los Angeles Times

Mohamed might say Bill can be autocratic and kind of domineering, and he wants to do what he wants to do and he might make a mess and that has to be cleaned up later.

From New York Times

Mr. Ray, who was then 50 years old, quickly became a domineering force in the dormitory, called Slonim Woods, according to prosecutors.

From New York Times

She’s a domineering but loving parent whose high standards for her daughter have somewhat stifled the anxious Mei.

From Washington Times