subjugate

Example Sentences

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But she isn’t permitted to subjugate her characters to advance her own agenda, no matter how well-intentioned.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 8, 2025

In 1876 President Ulysses S. Grant ordered the Army to subjugate the traditionals.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025

As he told the court that Combs had used his fame and power to "subjugate" his victims, the music mogul did not look up, remaining expressionless for the judge's 20-minute speech.

From BBC • Oct. 3, 2025

They are only a sticking point for would-be kings and despots who successfully deceive and subjugate the masses.

From Salon • Sep. 5, 2025

Wayna Qhapaq liked his new quarters so much that he stayed on while Atawallpa and his generals went out to subjugate a few more provinces.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann