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Monopolies Meaning in English

word · lemma: monopoly

məˈnɑpəɫiz
muh-NAH-puh-leez
mənˈɒpəlɪz
muh-NOP-uh-leez

释义

Monopolies are situations where one company or organization controls all or almost all of the market for a product or service.

用法与细微差别

'Monopolies' is formal and mainly used in business, law, and economics. Collocates with 'break up,' 'regulate,' 'enforce,' and 'government.' Sometimes used negatively, suggesting unfair competition or high prices. Don't confuse with 'oligopoly' (a few companies dominate).

例句

Monopolies can stop other companies from entering the market.

basic

Some countries have laws to regulate monopolies.

basic

People often pay higher prices because of monopolies.

basic

Governments sometimes break up monopolies to encourage competition.

natural

Tech giants have been accused of creating hidden monopolies online.

natural

It’s tough for small businesses to survive when monopolies control the market.

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