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verb
To hold sway over; to have power or dominion over, to rule, govern.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: obsolete
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verb
To overrule.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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verb
To cause (someone, someone's thoughts or intentions etc.) to go in a particular direction; to influence.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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verb
To overpower, overwhelm.
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History
From over- + sway.
