lord over
The phrase "lord over" is often used to describe someone who acts in a domineering or superior manner toward others.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)To act in a superior or controlling way toward others.
Example
- He loves to lord over his younger siblings, making all the decisions for them.
- She tends to lord over her team, rarely considering their opinions.
B2Workplace
(informal)To exercise authority in an overbearing manner.
Example
- The manager would often lord over his employees, creating a tense work environment.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "lord over":
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