monopoly
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The government granted AT&T the status of a regulated monopoly, and it became one of the largest and most successful companies in U.S. history.
From Barron's • May 2, 2026
“No longer is education a monopoly, but rather a competition for families to select the best programs for their child, such as Dual Language Programs, Career Pathways, and so on,” she said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026
Opec has leverage now, but not a monopoly.
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026
Why, Smith asked, must a sovereign’s central bank hold the monopoly on currency issuance?
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026
Elizabeth even granted them a monopoly on the printing of sheet music, such was the favour she showed towards them.
From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall
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