monopoly
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The smartphone’s monopoly on our attention is vulnerable in the AI age.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
The stock’s decline also dovetails with a U.S. government appeal of a federal court ruling in September of 2024 that rejected tougher remedies to the assertion that it holds a monopoly in online search.
From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026
There is no Old Firm monopoly on the sense of belonging and togetherness that young fans find through Ultras culture.
From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026
But the government retains its monopoly over the use of force.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026
“I’m not pissed at you for letting her go. But I’m tired of you acting like you were the only guy who ever wanted her. Like you had some monopoly on liking her,” Takumi answered.
From "Looking for Alaska" by John Green
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